Re: Viola lutes Splendens/ now Hepatica
Hello Marilyn,
I have the most success growing hepatica in a north or east facing exposure. I
do believe location is important,if not primary consideration. Next on the list is
raised beds seem to work best. Something well-drained and containing lots of
humus, such as leaf mold, rotted woods chips, etc. I mulch with chopped leaves
each fall as they are removed from the lawn, just as happens in nature (except
nature does not chop the leaves before applying)
Spring transplanting is best to prevent heaving over winter. Also do not plant
too deep... that little bud at the top of the root system does not like to be
buried.
Different species require different levels of pH. You can not take all species
and stick them into high acid soil. Some will slowly starve to death.
Paul, you want to jump in here?
Gene Bush Southern Indiana Zone 6a Munchkin Nursery
around the woods - around the world
genebush@otherside.com http://www.munchkinnursery.com
----- Original Message -----
From: Marilyn Dube <mygarden@easystreet.com>
> Hi Gene and other Hepatica growers,
> My success in growing Hepaticas in my woodland garden so far has been
> miserable and as you know, they are not cheap. I have to be missing some
> key component to their success. Would you care to give me a brief rundown
> on what you do to ensure their return in spring? Soil pH, light, mulching?,
> etc.
> Marilyn Dube'
> Natural Designs Nursery
> Portland, Oregon - where the Anemone nemorosa, Corydalis China Blue and
> Wanda Primulas are making my heart flutter.
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