How to Grow and Care for Bleeding Glory-Bower (Clerodendrum thomsoniae)

1. Soil

To grow bleeding glory-bower, it is best to use well-drained, fairly fertile and loose soil; a mixed soil made of peat soil and coarse sand can be used.

2. Light

When growing bleeding glory-bower, there must be plenty of sunlight, but in summer when the sun is intense, shade it appropriately, otherwise the leaves easily turn yellow. In addition, when sunlight is insufficient, flowering will be slower, so it is best to place it in direct sunlight.

3. Watering

During the growing season, bleeding glory-bower must be kept constantly moist, but do not overwater; too much water will cause the leaves to turn yellow and even the roots to rot. When the temperature is too high, you can add a little more water, but be careful to provide shade; in winter when the temperature is lower, you can reduce watering appropriately.

4. Fertilizing

There is no need to fertilize it too frequently, and do not use too much at a time. During flowering, fertilize once every 7-10 days. If yellowing occurs during cultivation, you can apply additional fertilizer appropriately.

5. Precautions

Pruning: Bleeding glory-bower should be pruned in time; this not only allows it to grow better but also makes it more attractive. During the growing period, control the height of the divided plants well and keep them neat.

Pest and disease control: During its growth, pests and diseases easily appear, generally including scale insects, whiteflies, etc. In this case, you can spray with a 1,000-fold dilution of 40 percent omethoate.