tash74
Plant fanatic, wildlife lover and occupational therapist with interest in biophilia and horticultural therapy. 9th year in our Wiltshire garden.
Plant fanatic, wildlife lover and occupational therapist with interest in biophilia and horticultural therapy. 9th year in our Wiltshire garden.
Mid Spring 2016
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Mid Spring 2016
21
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suerichards
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Squares
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louisesimpson
I love these. They come in white too.
Tash, I have recently planted one and it's just not doing well - do they like certain conditions/soil might you know? Thanks. Michelle
Hi Michelle, they like at least partial shade in rich, fertile soil. They don't seem to do well on dry, sandy soils or in full sun (unless it stays moist like a bog garden). Neutral /alkaline soil preferably. What sort of situation is yours in? I always make sure they are planted quite deep so the crown isn't drying out too. Mine's only just been planted but it's under trees. They do sometimes naturally die back after flowering but will emerge again the following spring. I found this art
Oops, ran out of space! This article might be helpful
http://davesgarden.com/guides/articles/view/934/#birds @michyb333