Bluehearts typically start flowering in April or May.
Bluehearts
Buchnera americana
Also Known As - American Bluehearts,BupleurumBluehearts is a North American native herbaceous perennial wildflower that grows up to four feet in height. Its bright flowers are a vivid blue with a purple-blue hue, which gives rise to its name. It blooms in mid-summer and tolerates both full sun and partial shade conditions. This plant is drought-tolerant and prefers moist, dry-mesic soils. Deer and rabbits usually do not browse on this plant. It is a valuable pollinator for late-season butterflies and bees. Its flowers will self-seed in ideal growing conditions, making it very easy to propagate. Bluehearts offer striking beauty in the garden with its striking color.
Watering:
Minimal
Propagation:
Seed Propagation,Cutting,Division,Layering Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
Flowers:
Purple Flowers
Sun:
Sun, Partial Shade
Soil:
Sand
Growth Rate:
Low
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Moderate
watering
Bluehearts should typically be watered once or twice a week, depending on the climate, temperature, and soil moisture. Aim for thoroughly soaking the soil each time you water, since the plant is relatively drought-tolerant. If the soil is already moist, it may not be necessary to water more than once a week - inspect the soil and determine for yourself when watering is necessary. Additionally, during hotter times of year, the plant might need more frequent watering to prevent wilting and drying out.
sunlight
Bluehearts (Buchnera americana) need at least 6-8 hours of sunlight each day in order to thrive. They prefer direct intense morning sunlight, followed by some afternoon shade. Bluehearts prefer a warm environment, so direct sunlight is essential for their growth and development. In areas with extreme heat, Bluehearts should have some afternoon shade to protect them from sunburn. Bluehearts also thrive in humid conditions and moist soil. If the soil is too dry, make sure you water it enough for the Bluehearts to be able to properly grow.
pruning
Bluehearts should be pruned in late summer, just after the blooming has stopped for the season. Start pruning when the plant reaches 12 inches in height. Prune back 1-half of the new growth to keep the plant from becoming leggy. Prune side stems to the main stem to shape the plant and encourage new, healthy growth. Deadhead any faded flowers during the season. Annual pruning will result in a lower, bushier growth habit and better flowering.
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Starts Flowering
