![]() ![]() Remember - it's better to water the plant in large quantities than to give it 'little and often' each day, as the risk of root rot is higher when its soil remains moist all the time. We'd recommend allowing the majority of the soil to dry between waters, following our phrase of 'drenches between droughts'. Wild Paintbrush Lilies will almost stop growth over the harsh summer heat due to the risk of dehydration and sun-scorch. It's important to keep the specimen reliably hydrated due to the energy it takes to produce new foliage (& potential flowers).ĭormancy Period - From spring onwards, decrease the amount of water to actively force the specimen into rest. Growth Period - Allow the top half of the soil to dry out between waters, making sure there aren't any issues of waterlogging. Scroll down to 'Dormancy Period & Annual Flowers' for more information! Remember that a cooler resting period will help the likelihood of a bloom in the later summer or autumn. This should ideally be done in its dormancy period that is served between the spring and summer months. ![]() For those serious about achieving autumnal flowers, relocate the specimen into an area (still with a splash of morning or evening sunlight) that has cooler nighttime temperatures of 8☌+ (46☏+). We'd recommend a north, east or west-facing windowsill, or within two metres of a south-facing window. Do not situate it in a dark location metres away from a light source, as this will only increase the chance of over-watering. In terms of the ideal location around the house, as long as the desired location is above 15✬ (59✯) and is at least four metres from an operating heat source, it'll be accepted. Although direct sunlight is beneficial for Paintbrush Lilies, avoid scorching the leaves with too intense rays as this will quickly lead to a murky lime appearance. Head down to 'Dormancy Care & Annual Blooms' to learn more about achieving yearly flowers.Ī location with either a splash of morning or evening sun is the ideal setting for this species, as too dark areas will heighten the chance of root rot and a lack of flowers in the autumn.To prevent this article from becoming overwhelmed with information, we'll keep it simple by allowing you to scroll through the key information on its care requirements.The care requirements will vary between the 'active growth' and 'dormancy period', so continue reading to learn more about the key differences!.Care Difficulty - Very Easy (Easy - Moderate to Achieve Annual Flowers).Need the answer to a specific plant query? Book a 1-to-1 video call with Joe Bagley, the website's friendly author to overcome and address your niggling problem! Available on iMessage, WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger & more. Origins, Temperature, Propagation, Repotting & Toxicity.Location, Water, Humidity & Fertilisation. ![]()
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