The lochroma plants which is also
known as mini angel trumpet or violet tubeflower is actually a dazzling plant
that produces clusters of intensely purple, tube-shaped blooms throughout
summer and early autumn. The lochroma plants is a fast growing plant and is
member of the tomato family and is a distant cousin of brugmansia, another
absolute stunner. Continue reading to learn how to grow and care for lochroma plants.
Iochroma Plant Growing Conditions
Actually the Iochroma plants are
suitable for growing in the warm climates of USDA plant hardiness zones eight
through ten. On the other hand, some varieties can easily be grown successfully
in climates as far north as zone seven, but only if the plant roots are well
insulated with a layer of mulch. If temperatures drop below thirty-five degree Fahrenheit
the Iochroma plant may die to the ground, but will re-sprout in spring.
Although the plant prefers full sunlight, the Iochroma plant will benefits from
shade in warmer climates where temperatures regularly top eighty-five to ninety
degree Fahrenheit. The Iochroma plants prefer a well-drained, acidic soil with
a soil pH of around 5.5.
Growing Iochroma Plants
The Iochroma plant propagation is
easily achieved by just taking the cuttings from an established plant.
Alternatively you can plant the Iochroma seeds in small a pot that is filled
with well-drained potting mix. You need to place the pots in a warm room where
they can receive filtered sunlight. Watch for the Iochroma plant seeds to
germinate in about 6 weeks. Just give them a few more weeks to mature and then
plant them in a permanent location within the garden.
Caring for Iochroma Plant
The Iochroma plants care is easy and
minimal. Just make sure you water the Iochroma plant regularly and always water
at first sign of wilt, as the Iochroma plant doesn’t recover well from a severe
wilt. On the other hand, do not overwater and never allow the Iochroma plant to
become waterlogged. If you are planting in container make sure they are planted
in a well-drained soil and the container has at least one drainage hole. You
can fertilize the Iochroma plant monthly during the growing season by using a
balanced fertilizer with an NPK ratio below 15-15-15. The Iochroma plants in
containers benefit from regular application of a water-soluble fertilizer
applied according to the label instructions. You can prune the Iochroma after
blooming.
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