spring beauty
Claytonia virginica
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Seed Propagation,Division,Layering Propagation,Cutting
Hardiness Zone:
3 - 8
Flowers:
White to pink Flowers In Spring
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
High
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Spring beauty needs to be watered moderately. Water once a week or when the top inch of soil feels dry. Avoid overwatering, as this can cause the roots to rot. Additionally, always check for drainage to make sure the plant is not sitting in water.
sunlight
Spring beauty (Claytonia virginica) requires around 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day, preferably in the morning or late afternoon. The intensity of the sunlight shouldn't be too high as this could lead to the plant wilting or its growth becoming stunted. During the mid-day the sun’s direct rays can be too overpowering and can even cause the plant to burn.
pruning
Spring beauty (Claytonia virginica) should be lightly pruned in early spring before the new growth appears. The plant should mainly only be pruned to remove dead or diseased foliage. It is also advisable to prune off any flower stems that have formed from previous growing seasons in order to encourage the plant to put its energy into producing more vigorous new growth. Doing so will help maintain the cosmetic appeal of the plant and encourage more abundant blooms for the current season.
