This plant reigned on plots in the PRL. More beautiful than hydrangeas
Peruvian Heliotrop is a unique shrub that impresses with fragrant amounts. Some indicate that they smell like vanilla. This smell impresses not only people, but also lures in the garden incendiary insects. Gardeners often think of Peruvian heliotrop in the area of tomato and raspberry seedlings, thanks to which they can count on abundant harvest. Peruvian Heliotrope comes naturally from South America, but it has perfectly settled in our latitude.
This one is not difficult to care for. If hydrangeas and rhododendrons are growing in your garden, then the pervuvian heliotrope will certainly be able to do it. This shrub likes well sunny positions. Gardeners indicate that it must have at least 6 hours of sunlight per day. It grows best in a fertile, permeable depth. Like the Heliotrope, Pierwuwianski likes the earth with a slightly acidic reaction. An important element of his care is drainage. When judging a heliotrope, always remember about the drainage layer in the ground. It prevents root rot and makes the shrub grow better. Pierwuvian heliotrope requires regular watering. The ground should be moist. It is important, however, that the water does not accumulate around the roots. In such a situation, it may be enough for their rotting and whining the whole bush.
Pierwuvian heliotrope is a plant that should be cut regularly. Remove old and faded inflorescences. Thanks to this, the bush will bloom loudly. Cutting can also be used to give the right shape and to reduce excessive growth.
Homemade conditioner that will stimulate the heliotrope to flowering
Coffee and coffee ground conditioner is a great way to use waste and deliver. Use coffee grounds after brewed coffee, which cooled and dried. Coffee grounds are rich in nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium and other microelements. Make sure the coffee grounds are dry. You can spread them on baking paper and leave them to dry for a few hours. Place the coffee grounds in a large jar or container, pour the whole with water. The proportions do not have to be perfect, but indicative: use 1/2 cup coffee grounds for 1 liter of water. Cover the jar with a gauze or a cloth, protecting with a rubber band. This will allow air access, but will prevent insects from getting. Place the jar in a cool, dark place for about 1-2 weeks. Mix the content every day. Course: After the fermentation time has elapsed, strain the mixture through a sieve or gauze. Separate liquid from plant residues. The conditioner should be diluted before use. Usually, 1:10 ratio is used (1 part of the conditioner for 10 parts of water). You can start with a weaker concentration and observe the reaction of plants.
