purple rocket
Iodanthus pinnatifidus
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Frequent
Propagation:
Division,Cutting,Seed Propagation,Layering Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
4 - 8
Flowers:
Light violet fading to white Flowers
Sun:
Part shade,full shade
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Purple rocket (Iodanthus pinnatifidus) should be watered regularly and more frequently during growing season. Make sure to water deeply and evenly. In the summer months, water the soil around the plant deeply once a week, making sure to saturate the roots. During cooler months, water the soil around the plant once every 2-3 weeks, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Avoid over-watering, as this can cause root rot. For established plants, a thorough watering once per month should suffice.
sunlight
Purple rocket (Iodanthus pinnatifidus) prefers to receive at least 6 hours of direct sunlight each day. If the plant receives too much sun, its colors will be washed out and the foliage may be damaged. The best times for purple rocket to receive sunlight is during the morning before 10 am and in the late afternoon between the hours of 3 to 6 pm. Shade-loving plants should be placed away from periods of direct sunlight in early and mid afternoons, especially during the hot summer months.
pruning
Purple Rocket (Iodanthus pinnatifidus) should be pruned twice a year - once in late spring and again in early fall. In late spring, prune back 2-thirds of the length of the stems, removing any old, dead or damaged growth. In early fall, do a light pruning to remove any weak stems and dead leaves. To manage size and shape, you can lightly prune as needed throughout the season, avoiding drastic reductions in size. Try not to trim more than a third of the stem length.
