Do you prune Vireyas?
Do you prune Vireyas?
Vireyas really benefit from a good hard prune, just as long as you know what you are doing. If you start when the plant is young, and pinch out the growing tips of branches, you will encourage the growth of more branches further down the plant.
What should I feed my vireya?
Vireya rhododendrons is a gorgeous subtropical shrub. They love being planted in a slightly more acid soil, so avoid Lime, plant with a good mix of compost and fine bark. Feed with a slow release fertiliser (8-9 month) in early spring which will keep them happy through the spring and summer growing season.
How do you propagate Vireyas?
Vireya cuttings root readily. When the growth has matured, a 2- to 3-inch cutting, dipped in light rooting hormone, and stuck in peat/perlite will root in three to five weeks. Several cuttings placed in a 6-inch pot, watered in, and enclosed in a plastic bag can be rooted in a bright, warm (70°F) window.
How do I prune a rhododendron?
When to prune a rhododendron. The simplest form of pruning is deadheading, which encourages the plant to put its energy into new growth rather than producing seed. As soon as the shrub has finished flowering in spring you can remove the spent flowers, cutting just above a set of leaves.
Can you put blood and bone on rhododendron?
Rhododendrons do not need a rich soil. We recommend light application (i.e. a handful per average sized plant) of 2 parts blood and bone and 1-part superphosphate fertiliser, at the end of September and again in late January. DO NOT ADD FERTILISER TO THE SOIL WHEN PLANTING: peat/bark is all that is required.
Why are the leaves on my rhododendron turning yellow?
The Rhododendron plants are generally tolerant; however, they are quick to react when their soil pH rises above normal. The Rhododendron plants thrive in slightly acidic to neutral soils. Therefore, when the soil becomes too alkaline, the plant develops yellow leaves.
How big do Vireyas grow?
Saxon Blush grows just 40 cm high, while Saxon Glow is a little taller, 60cm. Both are easy-care evergreens, ideal for patio pots, garden beds and conservatories. Use anywhere for a stunning burst of colour. Several different varieties planted in a clump will almost certainly produce all year round flowers.
Should I deadhead my rhododendron?
Yes. Deadheading,or removing old spent flowers, is beneficial for lots of plants including rhododendrons and azaleas. This puts more energy into new bud production and leaf growth rather than seeding. Remove spent flowers by snapping off or cutting away the flower head.
What is the best fertilizer for rhododendron?
Rhododendron Fertilizer Schedule At planting time, use 10-10-6 fertilizer before you water the plant in. In early spring, the rhododendron buds swell. At this time, apply a complete 10-8-6 fertilizer.
