- How do you water the flowering hollyhock properly?
- How much fertilizer does the maple need?
- Does the plant need to be repotted?
- When and how is the flowering hollyhock pruned?
- What diseases and pests can occur?
- Does the flowering hollyhock have to be overwintered?
With good care and in a favorable location, the flower maple will thrive for many years and delight you with many bell-like flowers in white, yellow, orange, pink, violet or red. What you need to know about caring for the slightly poisonous room maple.
The flowering hollyhock should be fertilized regularly
How do you water the flowering hollyhock properly?
From April to October, the root ball must always be kept moist. Even short periods of drought will cause the plant to shed its leaves. In winter it is only moderately watered.
How much fertilizer does the maple need?
From spring to autumn you should provide the room maple with a liquid fertilizer once a week. In the fall, gradually reduce the amount of fertilizer.
Does the plant need to be repotted?
Flowering mallows should be repotted every year. The new pot only needs to be slightly larger than the old one. It is important, however, that you remove the used soil completely.
Rinse the roots under running water, trim, and then place the plant in brand new, nutritious potting soil.
When and how is the flowering hollyhock pruned?
Cut the flower maple into shape at least once a year. De-sharpening can also be done more often. It is also advisable to cut back the plant before moving to winter quarters.
What diseases and pests can occur?
If the flower hollyhock suddenly loses leaves and buds, this is usually due to a sudden change of location and not to an illness.
If the leaves curl up, if there is a mealy coating on the leaves or if the leaves become blotchy, the following pests are usually responsible:
- mushrooms (powdery mildew)
- aphids
- spider mites
- white flies
You can fight pests with soapy water or nettle decoction. In the event of fungal infestation, cut off the affected parts of the plant generously. Throw the leftovers in the garbage can.
Does the flowering hollyhock have to be overwintered?
Yes, flowered mallows are not hardy and are ideally overwintered at 12 to 16 degrees in a bright room. Before that, the plant must slowly get used to moving to the winter quarters.
During the winter, the maple is only sparingly poured and no longer fertilized.
tips
Flowering mallows do not tolerate an abrupt change of location or strongly fluctuating temperatures. If you need to move the plant to another location, gradually acclimate it to the new environment.