corkwood

Corkwood should be watered heavily once or twice a week during the growing season (spring through fall). During this time, water the plants deeply, ensuring that the soil is moistened thoroughly. In the winter, only water sparingly, and only when the soil is nearly dry. This species is fairly drought tolerant, but will grow better and faster with some regular watering.

Corkwood (Leitneria Floridana) plants thrive in full sun and are ideal for areas with 8 hours or more of direct sunlight per day. It should be noted that during the hotter summer months, some afternoon shade may be beneficial. The amount and duration of sunlight is important for this species as it helps to ensure the adequate amount of growth and establishment of the plant in its environment. As with many plants, Corkwood is also prone to trampling, so it is important to select an area where the plant can be given the room and light it needs to flourish.

Corkwood (Leitneria floridana) should be pruned in the early spring season, just before new growth begins. Pruning should be done to remove dead, diseased, or damaged wood, as well as to encourage new branches and a more compact shape. When planting, some corkwood specimens need to be pruned to fit the space available. Prune this plant minimally, as its slow growth rate will make it difficult to recover from major pruning. If you do choose to prune corkwood for shaping, it is best done in late winter or early spring, as this will promote the most vigorous new growth.