dense longwood
Xylosma congestum
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Air Layering Propagation,Cutting,Grafting Propagation,Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
8 - 11
Flowers:
Cream Flowers
Sun:
full sun,part shade
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Thorny:
Yes
Invasive:
Yes
Tropical:
Yes
watering
For dense longwood plants, you should water them at least once a week. Be sure not to drench the soil, but rather keep the soil damp to the touch. Moderately moist soil is ideal. Additionally, it is recommended to deep-water every 2 weeks in order for the water to reach the roots of the plants. For best results, use warm water near room temperature rather than cold water as this can shock the system.
sunlight
The dense longwood plant (Xylosma congestum) requires plenty of sunlight in order for it to thrive. During summer, it should receive at least 6 hours of direct, unfiltered sunlight each day, ideally in the morning. During the winter, 2-4 hours of direct sunlight is recommended, with some indirect light for the rest of the day. In general, dense longwood plants will do best when kept in bright, sunny spots, though keeping them too close to windows or other sources of intense light may cause sunburn.
pruning
For dense longwood (Xylosma congestum), it's recommended that pruning should be done on an annual basis. Pruning should be done in the early spring before new growth appears. Pruning should be light as the species tends to grow new growth rapidly. Cut back long and straggly branches to shape the plant, and also remove any crossing or dead branches. Pruning should be kept to no more than 1-third of the mature plant's total height and width.
