fothergilla
Fothergilla intermedia 'Klmsixteen' MAY BOUQUET
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Grafting Propagation,Layering Propagation,Cutting,Division
Hardiness Zone:
5 - 8
Flowers:
White Flowers
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green,red,yellow,orange
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Water Fothergilla 'Klmsixteen' May Bouquet regularly, making sure the soil is moist but not waterlogged. Depending on the season and the specific conditions in its environment, this plant might need more or less water. In general, it should be watered deeply once every week or 2 during the spring and summer, when the plant is actively growing. During the autumn, water once every 2 to 3 weeks, and water only when the soil is completely dry during the winter. Monitor the moisture level of the soil at all times and adjust the watering schedule accordingly.
sunlight
Fothergilla (Fothergilla intermedia 'Klmsixteen' MAY BOUQUET) is a low-growing deciduous shrub that does best in full-sun to partial shade. It should receive at least 4 hours of direct sunlight each day for ideal growth. The best time for Fothergilla to receive full sun is between 10am and 3pm. However, as with most plants, Fothergilla will adapt to its environment, and can survive in areas with heavy shade or light shade for short periods of time.
pruning
Fothergilla (Fothergilla intermedia 'Klmsixteen' MAY BOUQUET) is a deciduous shrub, which should be pruned in early spring, just before new growth begins. This shrub has a very delicate structure and needs to be handled with great care when pruning. It can be lightly pruned to maintain overall shape or reduced in size to clear out crowding branches or maintain a desired size. Pruning should not be too aggressive, as the plant will respond to pruning by replacing blooms with foliage. This will result in fewer blooms and a less attractive shrub. When pruning, begin by gently removing dead, diseased or damaged branches. It is also important to selectively thin overcrowded branches to improve light penetration and air circulation. Be sure to only lightly prune the outer perimeter of the shrub so the plant maintains its natural shape. To complete a light pruning, selectively remove up to 1-third of the smallest branches closest to the ground. Just remember to never remove more than 1-third of the shrub in a single season. In addition to regular pruning for shaping, Fothergilla should be fertilized in early spring with a balanced or slow-release fertilizer. This will help your Fothergilla look its best and produce the most blooms.
