If we want to grow these plants in a vase, we should water them a bit more often, compared to plants cultivated in the ground; Every 2-3 years we should renew the substratum in the vase, or enrich with organic amender. Water rarely, about once every 2-3 weeks with 1-2 buckets of water , keeping the soil dry for a few days before watering again; when wetting we suggest avoiding surpluses, however to wet the soil deep down.
Generalities Smooth hawthorn
These plants give origin to a brush with a rounded form. The Smooth hawthorn is small in size and 7 m in height; in the summer it assumes a pink colouring. These plants aren't evergreens, which means they lose their leaves some months during the year. The Smooth hawthorn develops in an erect manner and, as the years go by, becomes a tree.
Exposure Smooth hawthorn
The Smooth hawthorn should be grown in a bright place, with direct sunlight. To prevent damage caused by the cold temperatures, during the months with definately harsh minimum temperatures, we can protect the shrubs by covering the soil around the stem with straw or dry leaves.The Smooth hawthorn should be grown outdoors; it can bear very harsh temperatures without any problems, even many degrees below zero.
Watering Smooth hawthorn
Water rarely, about once every 2-3 weeks with 1-2 buckets of water , keeping the soil dry for a few days before watering again; when wetting we suggest avoiding surpluses, however to wet the soil deep down. If we want to grow these plants in a vase, we should water them a bit more often, compared to plants cultivated in the ground; Every 2-3 years we should renew the substratum in the vase, or enrich with organic amender.
Treatments Smooth hawthorn
Generally during this time of year we suggest a pre-emptive treatment with wide range insecticide and with a systemic fungicide, to prevent the attack from part of the aphids and the development of fungus diseases, often favoured by a mild and damp climate.
Soil Smooth hawthorn
For these shrubs it’s necessary to choose a rich and deep substratum , which presents an excellent drainage.
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Notes - Smooth hawthorn
The Smooth hawthorn produces fruits; the development of these plants makes it possible to also grow them in a container. The indications given in this article are related to a medium size plant.
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