How to Grow Fothergilla
Position – Full sun or part shade
Soil – Moist but well-drained
Flowering Period –Spring and summer
Hardiness – Fully Hardy
Where to plant Fothergilla
Fothergilla are best planted in a moist but well-drained soil of loam, clay and sand within an acidic PH balance. They are best positioned in an area of full sun or part shade. Fothergilla are well suited to flower beds and borders within cottage and informal garden settings.
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How to plant Fothergilla
Plant to the same depth and width of the root ball and water thoroughly to settle into place. After planting you may wish to apply a generous layer of mulch to protect your plant and to retain moisture levels at the base.
How to care for Fothergilla
In late winter to early spring, remove old, dead or diseased branches to retain a healthy and tidy structure. Once pruning is undertaken, apply a layer of mulch to hold moisture and suppress weeds. Water regularly to keep the soil moist, especially in periods of drought.
How to propagate Fothergilla
It is possible to propagate Fothergilla by softwood cuttings or layering in summer.
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