A
breakthrough hybrid of a traditional garden
favorite. "Devotion" brings elegant foliage
and clouds of graceful blossoms surrounding
a large central umbel. Three colors extend
the garden and cutting use and bring a light,
pleasant fragrance to bouquets.
Light
requirement: A cool, yet full
sun location suits "Devotion". Avoid planting
in hot areas or in drying winds as the flower
size and production will be reduced. Older
flowers may be cut off to encourage continued
flowering.
Water
and fertilizer: Tracheliums excel
in a light and well drained soil. Composts
and mulches help to keep the soil moist
for best growth. The plant uses lots of
water to open so many flowers. Use any quality
garden fertilizer for bushy, vigorous growth.
Suggested
uses: Flower beds, Patio containers,
and as temporary indoor pot plants.
While
much of the information in this tip is applicable
in several gardening zones/climates, some
of the plants and timing suggested are best
suited to the Northwest, generally in the
mild/wet growing regions found along the
I-5 corridor. You should make appropriate
adjustments or consult local gardening experts
in regions whose climates differ from this
area of the Northwest. |
