Species Narrow-Fruit Braya
white flowers with yellow anthers, green buds, leaves and green stems

Narrow-Fruit Braya

Braya linearis

Narrow-Fruit Braya (Braya linearis) is a small annual plant native to central Europe. It has greyish-green leaves and small yellow flowers. The flowers are pollinated by insects and form small fruits on long stems. These fruits are narrow, elliptical and are often used to make jams or marmalade. This species is hardy and drought tolerant, making it ideal for sunny and well-drained gardens. It is also an important part of meadows and woods, providing habitats for insect pollinators. As it doesn’t require much maintenance, narrow-fruit braya can be an easy addition to any garden.

Watering:

Frequent

Hardiness Zone:

Sun:

full sun,part shade

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green,yellow

Growth Rate:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

watering

Mccalla's Braya should be watered once or twice a week depending on the level of soil dryness. Water the soil until moist but not soggy to ensure optimal soil conditions for the root system. Make sure to avoid overwatering to prevent the plant from getting root rot. Use lukewarm water instead of cold water to prevent the plant from going into shock. Mccalla's Braya should be watered in the early morning or late evening when the temperatures outside are cooler.

sunlight

Mccalla's Braya (Braya humilis subsp. maccallae) grows best in full sunlight, although it can tolerate partial sun. This plant species should receive several hours of direct sunlight every day, preferably between 10am and 4pm. In areas with hot temperatures, it is best to provide a few hours of afternoon shade since its leaves may become scorched in full, midday sun. Plants grown in partial sun should be provided with at least 4 hours of direct sunlight. Avoid planting Mccalla's Braya in deep shade and in areas where shade will remain consistent throughout the year.

pruning

McCalla's Braya should be pruned around the end of June when it is at the peak of its flowering schedule. You should aim to leave at least half of the flowers on the plant after pruning and do so gently to reduce the amount of stress on the plant. In general, prune your Braya by cutting back the stems so that the flowers are not overcrowded. This will help promote stronger and healthier growth. Take care not to prune too tightly, as this could cause the removal of too much foliage, which could stunt the growth of the plant. You should also deadhead any flowers that are dying or dying off.

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