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It thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. Plumbago blooms on new growth so the primary pruning should take place in early spring and you should gently prune as needed through the growing season to maintain its health and shape. If spaced correctly the shape of the shrub will be that of a cascading fountain.
- How do you take care of a plumbago plant?
- How do you keep plumbago blooming?
- Should you cut back plumbago?
- When should plumbago be cut back?
- Is Plumbago an invasive plant?
- Does plumbago like sun or shade?
- How often should you water plumbago?
- Is Plumbago toxic to dogs?
- Can you grow plumbago from cuttings?
- Does plumbago die in winter?
- Why is my blue plumbago dying?
- Will plumbago bloom in the shade?
How do you take care of a plumbago plant?
These sturdy shrubs make great container plants. Use a good potting medium with a neutral pH and make sure the container leaves plenty of room for your shrub to grow. Enjoy it outdoors while the weather is warm. Water it regularly, fertilize it each spring and it will grow two to three feet (61-91 cm.)
How do you keep plumbago blooming?
Fertilizing plumbago
For the best growth and an abundant blooming, add flower plant fertilizer or shrub fertilizer every two weeks in spring and summer. Stop adding fertilizer as soon as your plumbago has stopped blooming.
Should you cut back plumbago?
Prune Plumbagos regularly to maintain shape and form, and to prevent them from outgrowing their planting area. Plumbagos produce flowers on new wood and thus respond well to judicious pruning. Although they tolerate heavy pruning, cutting too frequently can adversely affect growth.
When should plumbago be cut back?
Prune out all of a plumbago's dead and broken branches in late winter or spring while the plant remains dormant. Use pruning shears to cut through branches with a diameter of 1/4 inch or less, and use loppers on larger branches.
Is Plumbago an invasive plant?
One problem I face in our yard is that of plumbago, the shrub from S. Africa that is widely planted in Florida, Texas and California. It has pretty blue flowers, blooms profusely and is non-invasive.
Does plumbago like sun or shade?
Plumbago is extremely adaptable, growing equally well in sun or shade, and thriving in a wide range of soil types. Hardy Plumbago (Leadwort) is slow to leaf out in the spring; be patient. It can tolerate occasional foot traffic. A flat of 32 plants will cover 48 square feet when planted together.
How often should you water plumbago?
Depending on the weather, a newly planted plumbago should be watered once or twice weekly while the roots are becoming established in the landscape. Thereafter, watering once every week or two is sufficient. Root systems should be fully established approximately six weeks after planting.
Is Plumbago toxic to dogs?
A variety called Plumbago Larpentiae is safe and non toxic to dogs , cats, and even horses according to the ASPCA and a growing and caring guide is the same for all the family plants.
Can you grow plumbago from cuttings?
Plumbago can be rooted from stem or root cuttings. Unless you will be rooting them indoors, make the cuttings in fall or spring so the rootings benefit from mild temperatures while they become established.
Does plumbago die in winter?
Frost Damage
Frost kills the top growth on plumbago plants, but within its hardiness zones the roots generally survive through the winter. If frost kills a plumbago shrub, wait until late winter or spring before pruning the dead plant material. After the last frost, prune plumbago back to the healthy growth.
Why is my blue plumbago dying?
The plumbago may be too cold at its roots and be receiving insufficient light to use the water you're giving it. When roots are too cold or in soil that has more water than air, they die and begin to rot. Chronic root rot can cause leaves to wilt then brown and die, while still attached to the stems.
Will plumbago bloom in the shade?
Grow plumbago in full sun or light shade. It can tolerate fairly dense shade, but doesn't bloom well -- if at all -- without the sun. Water plumbago during extended dry spells; it's quite drought tolerant. That said, this flowering shrub will grow fastest and bloom best if it's watered regularly through the season.
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