Species bridal bouquet
White flower with lime sepal and petiole,  yellow buds, brown stemsm green leaves, yellow midrib and veins.

bridal bouquet

Marsdenia floribunda

Bridal Bouquet (Marsdenia floribunda) is a perennial shrub native to Australia. It has bright green ivy-shaped leaves and in spring flowers appear in an array of colors. Blooming in a cup-shaped form, the fragrant blooms range from deep pink and purple to white. The long-lasting flowers draw attention to the otherwise sparsely decorated shrub. It is an excellent choice for a low-maintenance landscape as it thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. Bridal Bouquet is perfect for gardeners who desire a a blooming, colorful addition to the garden.

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Seed Propagation,Cutting,Layering Propagation,Grafting Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

12

Flowers:

White Flowers

Sun:

Full sun,part shade

Leaf:

Yes

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Moderate

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Bridal bouquet (Marsdenia floribunda) should be watered once per week, with 1-2 cups of water. The soil should remain evenly moist, taking care not to overwater or to allow the soil to become saturated. It's best to water in the morning so plants have the whole day to dry out. In summer the plant will need more water than in winter. If the plant is grown in a pot, water when the top inch of soil becomes dry. In hot climates, the plant may require daily watering.

sunlight

Bridal Bouquet (Marsdenia floribunda) plants require full to partial sunlight throughout the day. They prefer several hours of direct sunlight during mid-day for the most vibrant blooms and foliage. This species does well when placed in bright, indirect light for much of the day, with a few hours of direct sunlight for best results. This plant does not need to be placed in direct sun for hours of every day, but will thrive with proper exposure to the sun’s rays, including short periods of direct intensity.

pruning

Bridal bouquet (Marsdenia floribunda) should be pruned in fall or early spring before this plant begins to sprout new growth. Pruning should be moderate, removing no more than 1-third of the plant's foliage in any given year. This will help keep the plant's shape while allowing new branches to form for next year's blooms. Be sure to use sharp pruners and clean tools between cuts to avoid any spread of potential disease. After pruning, feed the plant a balanced fertilizer according to the directions on the packaging.

Season

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Starts Flowering

Marsdenia floribunda typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.

Starts Flowering

Marsdenia floribunda typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.

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