How to tend a Ugni molinae

Also known as: Myrtus molinae (Turcz.) Barnéoud, Myrtus ugni Molina, Ugni bridgesii O.Berg, Ugni lanceolata O.Berg, Ugni myrtus Macloskie, Ugni philippii O.Berg, Ugni poeppigii O.Berg, Ugni ugni (Molina) Voss, Myrtus ugni var. angustifolia Phil., Myrtus ugni var. latifolia Kuntze, Eugenia ugni (Molina) Hook. & Arn.

Watering

Water thoroughly after soil surface dries, avoid saturated water

Sunlight

Likes light, high quality fruits and bright colors in sunny places

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
From Balkan Peninsula to Iran
Category
Punicaceae, Ugni
Size
Diameter ≥ 40 cm, height 50-80 cm
Blooming period
Flowering period May-June, fruiting period September-October
Flower colors
red, fruit color red, light red or white
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