Chinese neillia typically starts flowering in April.
Chinese neillia
Neillia sinensis
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Seed Propagation,Cutting,Layering Propagation,Division
Hardiness Zone:
5 - 7
Flowers:
White to pale pink Flowers
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Thorny:
Yes
Invasive:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Chinese neillia should be watered regularly throughout the growing season. During the summer months, water once or twice a week. In the spring, water every 2 or 3 days. In the fall, water every other day. During the winter, water only once every 2 weeks. Water less in areas with heavy rainfall and more in areas with low rainfall. Make sure the soil is kept moist but not soggy. If the leaves appear wilted, increase the frequency of watering.
sunlight
Chinese neillia (Neillia sinensis) is a plant species that prefers plenty of sunlight. At least 4-6 hours of direct sunlight should be given each day. This should be provided consistently during the spring and summer months when the temperatures are warmer. In the fall and winter months, some shade may be beneficial in order to keep the plant healthy. The best time for the plant to receive sunlight would be when the sun is highest in the sky, typically between 10am and 4pm.
pruning
Chinese neillia (Neillia sinensis) should generally be pruned in the early spring (around late March or early April). The goal should be to keep the plant compact and full, and it should also be pruned to prevent the growth of lateral branches. Generally, pruning should be done to remove about 1/3 of the old, overgrown branches and shoots. This should help the plant focus more of it growth to the new growth, resulting in a more full and compact plant. Additionally, if the plant is too tall or has too many branches, selective pruning may be necessary to shorten it.