Cape leadwort care with plenty of water, plenty of fertilizer and full sun for a cool summer

Last summer I was deeply drawn to a friend's Cape leadwort (Plumbago auriculata). The leaves are emerald green, the flowers are elegantly understated, and in the hot summer it gives a very cooling feeling. So I decisively bought two plants and quietly waited for a single flower to bloom, waited for the flowers to bloom in clusters.

Cape leadwort has high ornamental value, grows vigorously, tolerates heat and high temperatures, has few pests and diseases, and a long flowering period. Whether you are a beginner buying one or an experienced gardener accenting a garden, it is a very good choice.

When growing Cape leadwort, the basic principle is plenty of water, plenty of fertilizer and full sun. What is "plenty of water"? Cape leadwort likes a moist environment; if it lacks water the leaves will immediately curl, and on top of that Cape leadwort grows fast, likes light, and water evaporates quickly. My Cape leadwort is grown on a south-facing balcony, and in summer I generally water twice a week, while also using a spray bottle to mist the leaves.

What is plenty of fertilizer? Cape leadwort's flowering period lasts from April all the way to September, during which it blooms continuously, and the more you prune it the more abundantly it blooms. Therefore, Cape leadwort also has a relatively high demand for fertilizer. First, when planting you must apply a rooting fertilizer to lay a good foundation. During the growing period, persist in applying light fertilizer frequently, and during the flowering period increase the application of monopotassium phosphate; in addition, spray foliar fertilizer.

What is full sun? Cape leadwort likes warmth and light and tolerates heat. You must ensure several hours of light every day; in summer avoid prolonged exposure to harsh sun, and in winter give it plenty of sunlight. In the sunlight, the glistening Cape leadwort really looks beautiful.

In addition, Cape leadwort grows "fiercely"; after a small seedling is transplanted and rooted, it will continuously send out new branches and become very lush. To avoid frequent repotting, you can prepare a slightly larger pot; at the same time, prepare a climbing trellis for it. With luxuriant branches and abundant flowers, you will soon find that the stems of your Cape leadwort simply cannot support the endless stream of flowers.