Do you finally want to plant the motherwort, which is so popular with bumblebees, in your own garden? Then you should not hesitate, choose the right location and take action!
Motherwort thrives in both sun and partial shade
Optimal: sunny to slightly semi-shaded
The motherwort produces most flowers in a sunny location. But in a place in the penumbra, the whorled labial flowers last much longer. It should also be noted that this perennial is best planted in a sheltered location.
Everything the motherwort needs in the ground
The soil should be deep. Alternatively, tall buckets are suitable for the motherwort. The following features of the earth are important:
- Environment: moderately dry to moderately humid
- good drainage e.g. B. from sand, pebbles
- rich in humus
- medium nutrient content (preferably high in nitrogen)
tips
No matter where you plant the motherwort, remember to keep a minimum distance of 40 cm to other plants! The Mother of Hearts just keeps getting bigger over the years!