How to tend a Backhousia citriodora

Watering

Water thoroughly after soil surface dries, avoid saturated water

Sunlight

Likes sunshine, put in sunny places, avoid strong sunlight in summer at noon

Soil

Soil with loose texture or soil with specific nutrients

Fertilizer

Dilute fertilizers following instructions, apply 1-2 times monthly

Pruning

Need pruning frequently, remove sprouts from the roots and some branches and leaves timely

About this plant

Origin
Australia
Category
Myrtaceae, Backhousia
Size
Diameter ≥ 20 cm, height ≥ 25 cm
Blooming period
Flowering period April-May
Flower colors
cream white
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