FRAGRANT LIVE PLANT 3ft Sweet Almond Verbena Aloysia virgata White almond bush

Description: The plant I ship is about 2-3ft tall.First three photos are of one of actual plant for sale DescriptionSweet Almond Bush is a fast-growing woody large shrub or small tree native to South America. In zones 10-11 it can be grown as a tree or shrub. In zones 8-9 it will die to the ground in the winter and can be grown as a perennial. This plant is grown for its intensely fragrant flowers. They bloom on new growth so pruning frequently will not only keep its size in check but increase blooms. It prefers average to dry well-drained soil in full sun and can tolerate some drought. Use in containers, borders or as a specimen. CulturePrefers medium to dry, well-draining soil in full sun. Tolerant of occasional drought and poor soil. Best growth and flowering in fertile soils. Reliably winter hardy in Zones 8-11. Cultivation of this plant is dependent on the hardiness zone it is grown in. In warmer climates (Zones 10-11, possibly 9) this plant can be grown as a small, multi-trunked tree or large shrub. Vigorous pruning can keep the size and shape of this plant in check, as well as increase the number of blooms. Aloysia virgata is very sensitive to temperature, and even a mild frost can cause complete defoliation. Otherwise it is evergreen. In cooler climates (Zones 8-9, possibly 7) after a full season of growth, this plant can be cut back in a similar manner to a herbaceous perennial. Deadheading throughout the growing season will ensure continuous blooming, and pinching can keep the shape in check. In colder climates (Zones 6 or 7 and below), this plant must be grown in a container and brought indoors for the winter. After the first frost, the leaves will drop and the plant can be kept dormant in the same container in a dark, cool (60 F) area. Water sparingly. This plant can also be kept active through the winter if placed in a warm, sunny location inside before the first frost. However, white flies and spider mites can be issues when kept indoors in leaf. Noteworthy CharacteristicsAloysia virgata, commonly known as sweet almond bush is fast growing, woody shrub or small tree native to northern Argentina. In climates where it does not die back in the winter, it can grow up to 15' tall. Its habit is upright to slightly arching, with long, thin branches. Slightly glossy, dark green leaves, ovate to lanceolate in shape, are oppositely arranged along the branches. Grown for its extremely fragrant white blooms, which emerge from the ends of new growth on clusters of flowering spikes. On hot, summer evenings, the fragrance can permeate the whole garden. Genus name honors Maria Louisa (d. 1819), princess of Parma and wife of King Carlos IV of Spain. The specific epithet virgata refers to the long, thin branches of this plant. The common name refers to the fragrance of the blooms, which has a sweet odor reminiscent of almonds. ProblemsNo serious insects or disease problems when planted outdoors. Specimens kept indoors are highly susceptible to white fly, spider mite, and aphid infestations. Over watering or poorly draining soil can cause root rot. UsesWhere hardy, use as a summer blooming small tree, large shrub, or large perennial. Hard pruning and deadheading is encouraged to control its shape, as the fragrant blooms only form on new growth. Use in containers, rock gardens, or sunny borders. Fertilizer that I include as an option is an excellent choice for professional growers or nurseries if you grow plant in a pot. I personally use it for all my plants. It has polymer coating to allow slow release during 8-9 months evenly. You don't have to worry about repotting the plant for about 1 year or worry about burning plant with your regular over the counter fertilizer. You need about 3-4oz per 3 gal pot or 4-5oz per 5 gal pot.GUARANTEED ANALYSIS Total Nitrogen (N)**. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15%8.0% Ammoniacal Nitrogen7.0% Nitrate NitrogenAvailable Phosphate (P2O5)**. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9%Soluble Potash (K2O)**. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12%Magnesium (Mg)**. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.3%0.8% Water Soluble Magnesium (Mg)Sulfur (S)**. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.9%5.93% Combined Sulfur (S)Boron (B). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.02%Copper (Cu). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.05%0.05% Water Soluble Copper (Cu)Iron (Fe)**. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.46%0.08% Water Soluble Iron (Fe)0.005% Chelated Iron (Fe)Manganese (Mn)**. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.06%0.05% Water Soluble Manganese (Mn)Molybdenum (Mo)**. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.02%Zinc (Zn). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.05%0.017% Water Soluble Zinc (Zn)Derived from: Polymer-Coated: Ammonium Nitrate,Ammonium Phosphate, Potassium Sulfate, MagnesiumSulfate, Sodium Borate, Iron Phosphate, Iron EDTA,Manganese Sulfate, Sodium Molybdate, Zinc Sulfate;Copper Sulfate, Zinc Oxide Pictures depict grown up plants and its possible applications.Height of the plants is measured from the base of the root ball.No returns, refunds or exchanges

Price: 31.9 USD

Location: West Palm Beach

End Time: 2024-12-05T05:17:02.000Z

Shipping Cost: 25 USD