- Does the plant tolerate drought or does it need constant watering?
- Is regular fertilization necessary?
- What do you have to do to extend the flowering period?
- Is hibernation worth it?
- Are there specific diseases and pests for this flower?
Depending on the variety, the hard-working Lieschen spoils you with rich flower colors ranging from pink, red, white, orange or purple. Whether strikingly patterned, impressively double or simply kept - this flower is popular and, with the right care, will bloom for almost half a year.
The hard-working Lizzie needs water regularly
Does the plant tolerate drought or does it need constant watering?
Watering this plant is the top priority, especially in summer. It tolerates short periods of drought. But she doesn't like heat at all. To refresh them, you should spray them with low-lime water. The soil has to be kept moist. Wait until the substrate has dried before you reach for the watering can again!
Is regular fertilization necessary?
If you want to enjoy the flowers for a long time, you should fertilize your hard-working Lizzie regularly. As follows:
- Dose fertilizer low
- for pot culture: use long-term or liquid fertilizer
- Fertilize every 2 weeks in summer
- Fertilization period: March to September
What do you have to do to extend the flowering period?
The hard-working Lizzie can flower all summer long and until autumn. But for this it is necessary to remove its old, withered flowers or to clean up the plant. Cut off the faded flowers. As a result, new flower buds shoot up. You can also shorten the shoots if you like and remove old leaves. This is tolerated without any problems.
Is hibernation worth it?
This is to be considered in relation to winter hardiness and overwintering:
- sensitive to frost
- annual in outdoor cultivation
- Hibernation not recommended
- Put in perennial varieties
- Hibernation place: 15 to 20 °C warm and light
- water less in winter, do not fertilize
Are there specific diseases and pests for this flower?
Damping-off can occur. This is caused by fungi and manifests itself in the plant kinking at the base of the stem and finally dying. You can help her by quickly planting her in a new location at the slightest sign. Spider mites, aphids and whiteflies can appear as pests.
tips
In a pot culture, place the busy Lizzie out of the sun and in the shade in summer heat! Heat shortens the flowering time of each flower.