cassiope

The Cassiope 'Randle Cooke' plant should be watered regularly until it is established. During the first few months after planting, water deeply whenever the top 2 inches of soil appear dry. After the plant has become established, it should be watered once a week during hot, dry weather and when the top half-inch of soil appears dry. For the rest of the year, water every 2 to 3 weeks or when the top half-inch is dry. It is important to make sure it gets enough water, but not too much. Soil should be kept slightly moist, not soggy. During the winter when this plant is dormant, water sparingly once every couple of weeks.

Cassiope 'Randle Cooke' prefers full to partial sun. It does best when it receives 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight per day. If grown in partial shade, it should receive dappled sunlight throughout the day. Too little sunlight will make it produce fewer blooms and cause the foliage to become spindly and weak. During the hottest months in areas that receive intense sunlight, it may be beneficial to provide the plant with some afternoon shade.

Cassiope (Cassiope 'Randle Cooke') should be lightly pruned several times a year. During early spring, lightly prune any dead or damaged stems. During mid- to late spring, prune Cassiope to keep its size and shape. Specifically, prune long stems to reduce their height and encourage bushiness. Additionally, thin out any overcrowded stems and remove any crossed branches. During the summer, prune any wayward branches or dead/damaged char stems. Finally, during late fall and winter, prune any dead stems and twigs. Pruning for Cassiope should be done lightly and frequently, rather than heavily and infrequently.