kalimeris

Kalimeris pinnatifida 'Hortensis' should be watered regularly and deeply, allowing the soil to thoroughly dry in between waterings. During the summer months, it is best to water the plants every 2-3 days, ensuring that the soil remains moist but not wet. During the winter months, water the plants less frequently, allowing the soil to dry between waterings, and only water when necessary. In addition, it is important to fertilize the plants with a balanced fertilizer once a month to ensure that the plants have the proper nutrients to thrive.

Kalimeris pinnatifida 'Hortensis' will do best with full sun to partial shade exposure. It can tolerate up to 8 hours of direct sunlight per day for optimal blooming. It grows best in morning sun and afternoon shade, but it will survive in full sun, just with less blooms. During the hottest days of the summer, partial shade is recommended to help it stay healthy and green.

For optimum growth, Kalimeris pinnatifida 'Hortensis' should be pruned once a year, typically in late spring or early summer. To prune this plant, begin by removing any dead, diseased, or broken branches. Then, thin out any stems and branches that appear too crowded. Try to make sure that thinned-out branches have at least 3 healthy buds left on them so they can grow new foliage. Additionally, shaping the plant and removing the spent blooms will encourage more compact and vibrant growth. Finally, be sure to sterilize your pruning tools between cuts so you don’t spread any diseases throughout your plant.