Species Glaucous-Leaved Bog Rosemary

Glaucous-Leaved Bog Rosemary

Andromeda polifolia var. latifolia

Glaucous-Leaved Bog Rosemary is a hardy evergreen shrub, reaching up to 3 feet in height. This species is native to the North American boreal regions, where it grows along the edges of wetlands and bogs in full to partial sun. Its soft, glossy green leaves are wider than many other varieties of Andromeda, reaching up to an inch in length. In late spring, lavender-pink flowers form, with white centers and yellow stamens. These beautiful shrubs are versatile and can be used in a variety of ways, from planted specimens and hedges to naturalizing in landscape beds and gardens.

Watering:

Minimal

Hardiness Zone:

Sun:

full sun,part shade

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Invasive:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Northern wild comfrey should be watered once or twice per week, depending on the temperature and light levels. In the summer months when temperatures are higher and the sun is shining, water the plant more frequently. Besides during the summer months, water the plant when the soil feels dry. To check the soil, insert your finger into the soil about 1 inch deep. If the soil feels moist, then hold off on watering for a few days. During the winter months, water less frequently. The plant does not require as much water during the colder months, so water the plant only when the top inch of soil feels dry.

sunlight

In regards to sunlight, Northern Wild Comfrey (Andersonglossum boreale) prefers full sun for optimal growth and flowering. Depending on the season and climate, they should receive 5 to 8 hours of direct sun each day with temperatures ranging from 50 to 75 degrees Fahrenheit. During the summer months, the temperature can rise above this range, so it is best to provide partial shade in the afternoon. In the winter, the plant should receive direct sun but it will not need as much as it did in the summer.

pruning

Northern Wild Comfrey should be pruned in the late summer or fall once the plant starts to die back. Pruning should be done to remove any dead or dying stems and enhance the shape of the plant. A very light pruning can also be done on new growth in the early summer if needed. Pruning should only be done lightly, as too much pruning can damage the overall look of the plant. When pruning, keep the overall shape of the plant in mind and only remove around 20-25% of the stems or foliage.

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