Where to Plant?
Ground
Container, In Water, Pot
How to Plant?
Rooted stem cutting, Seedlings
From Rhizomes, Seedlings
Plant Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Watering Plants
Watering Requirements
Allow to dry out slightly between watering
Requires 4 to 8 inches of water above the soil line
In Summer
Ample Water
Lots of watering
In Spring
Moderate
Moderate
In Winter
Less Watering
Average Water
Soil
Soil pH
Acidic, Neutral
Neutral
Soil Type
Loam, Sand
Clay, Loam
Soil Drainage Capacity
Well drained
Poorly Drained
Sun Exposure
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Pruning
Prune in spring, Prune to stimulate growth
Cut away fading foliage
Fertilizers
fertilize in spring, fertilize in summer, High-phosphorous fertilizers used
20N–4.4P–16.6K at 20-d intervals
Pests and Diseases
Aphids, Whiteflies
Aphids, Caterpillars
Plant Tolerance
Drought
Drought