Where to Plant?
Ground
Ground
How to Plant?
Seedlings, Stem Cutting
Seedlings
Plant Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Watering Plants
Watering Requirements
Keep the ground moist but not water-logged, Requires watering in the growing season
Allow soil to be completely dry in between waterings, Do not water excessively
In Summer
Lots of watering
Lots of watering
In Spring
Moderate
Moderate
In Winter
Average Water
Average Water
Soil
Soil pH
Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Soil Type
Clay, Loam
Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil Drainage Capacity
Average
Well drained
Sun Exposure
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Full Sun
Pruning
Prune prior to new growth, Remove deadheads, Shape and thin as needed
cut main flower spike, Proper mowing practices are necessary, Remove damaged fruit
Fertilizers
Organic Manure
Balanced liquid fertilizer every 4 weeks, Compost
Pests and Diseases
Aphids, Mealy bugs, Mites
Bacterial Stem Rot, Mildew, Red blotch, Ring Rot, White spots
Plant Tolerance
-
Shade areas, Shallow soil, Soil Compaction