rosy posy

Rosy Posy (Rhodohypoxis baurii 'Helen') should be watered once a week, using enough water to moisten the soil but not to the point of waterlogging. Allow the top 1-2 inches of soil to dry out between waterings. If the soil begins to feel dry, water more frequently. During especially warm and sunny weather, it may need to be watered more often.

Rhodohypoxis baurii 'Helen', commonly known as rosy posy or pink paintbrush, needs direct sunlight for at least 4-5 hours per day in order to grow and bloom effectively. This plant species prefers full sun, although it will tolerate light shade. If it is grown in shade, however, it will have fewer flowers and the stems may stretch and sprawl out. So, for best results grow rosy posy in an area with full sun exposure from morning to mid-afternoon.

Rosy posy (Rhodohypoxis baurii 'Helen') should be pruned annually in late winter or early spring. Pruning helps to maintain the desired shape of the plant and encourages new growth. When pruning, remove any dead, diseased, or damaged stems, as well as any stems growing in an undesirable direction. Also remove any stems that are growing away from the center of the plant or are crowding out other stems. Prune to maintain the desired shape and compact form of the Rosy posy's plant. The ideal shape for this species is a tightly mounded shape with stems tightly packed around the center. Pruning can also stimulate new bloom production, so when finished, the Rosy posy should have a tidy, well-shaped appearance with an abundance of blooms.