How to tend a Cordia sebestena

Also known as: Lithocardium laeve (Jacq.) Kuntze, Sebestena repanda Raf., Cordia juglandifolia Jacq., Cordia laevis Jacq., Cordia sebestena var. rubra Eggers, Sebesten sebestena (L.) Britton

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

Remove aged tissues, dead and pest branches timely

About this plant

Origin
China
Category
Boraginaceae, Cordia
Size
Diameter ≥ 20 cm, height ≥ 25 cm
Blooming period
Flowering period February-April, fruiting period June-August
Flower colors
white, fruit yellow, red
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