- How is the coral bush watered correctly?
- When is fertilizing on the agenda?
- Can the coral bush be cut?
- When is it time to repot?
- What diseases and pests can occur?
- How is the coral shrub properly overwintered?
The coral shrub is a relatively easy-care, but unfortunately poisonous nightshade plant. However, the not hardy shrub is quite susceptible to pest infestation in winter. What you need to consider when caring for a coral shrub.
The coral shrub likes to be in a bright location
How is the coral bush watered correctly?
In the spring and summer, water the coral bush vigorously on a regular basis. However, it does not tolerate waterlogging, so you have to pour out excess water after five minutes.
Use lime-free water for watering. Rainwater is best.
When is fertilizing on the agenda?
During the growth phase from April to October, fertilize the coral shrub at fortnightly intervals. Liquid fertilizers are suitable for flowering plants. If you take care of the coral bush in the garden bed, it is sufficient if you provide it with some compost at the beginning of summer.
Can the coral bush be cut?
Cut the coral shrub in spring so that it grows compactly. In doing so, shorten all shoots by about two-thirds.
If you value a lot of flowers, you should always cut out faded flowers immediately.
When is it time to repot?
The coral bush in the bucket is ideally repotted in spring, initially every year, later only every two years.
After repotting, do not fertilize the coral shrub for two months.
What diseases and pests can occur?
Disease only occurs with poor care. Most often it is root and stem rot or fungal diseases. They are primarily triggered by being too wet.
Pests occur more frequently, especially in winter, when the coral shrub is wintered too warm. Watch out for:
- spider mites
- white flies
- aphids
In case of pest infestation, rinse the coral bush under the shower. Cover the soil with foil beforehand so that no pests can hide there.
How is the coral shrub properly overwintered?
The coral shrub is not hardy and must be overwintered frost-free. Put it in a light but cool place in winter. Ideally, the temperatures are between eight and twelve degrees.
Water only enough to keep the root ball just damp. Don't fertilize in winter.
tips
You can multiply a coral bush yourself. Harvest the red fruits and extract the seeds. The dried seeds are sown in spring.