Growing & Care Tips
With its true blue, saucer-shaped blooms, Blue Daze (Evolvulus nuttallianus) makes a gorgeous groundcover or container plant. Its easy care and continuous flowering also add versatility.
How to Grow
Grow in full sun for heaviest flowering. Keep soil evenly moist, allowing the top inch to dry out between waterings. Shear back as needed to encourage new growth. Deadhead spent blooms to prolong flowering.
Care Tips
Water when the top inch of soil becomes dry. Mist leaves occasionally. Fertilize monthly with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season. Bring containers indoors before frost.
Uses
Blue Daze shines spilling over containers and hanging baskets. It also makes a beautiful groundcover or border plant with its trailing blue blooms.
Planting Tips
Space 12-18 inches apart in well-draining soil. Dig a hole twice the container width and backfill with soil. Water thoroughly after planting. Use quality potting mix for containers.
Maintenance
Shear back as needed to encourage new growth and shape. Deadhead spent blooms to prolong flowering. Repot container plants as needed in spring.
Pests & Diseases
Watch for aphids and slugs. Improve air flow around plants. Control pests with insecticidal soap or neem oil sprays. Prevent root rot by avoiding overwatering.
Frequently asked questions
Blue Daze plants, also known as Evolvulus nuttallianus, are popular for their stunning blue flowers and low maintenance requirements. If youre looking to propagate Blue Daze plants in a cost-effective manner, there are several methods you can try. One of the most cost-effective ways to propagate Blue Daze plants is through stem cuttings. Select a healthy stem from the parent plant and cut it at a 45-degree angle using a clean, sharp knife. Remove any leaves from the lower half of the cutting and dip the cut end in rooting hormone to encourage root growth. Plant the cutting in a well-draining potting mix and keep it moist until roots develop. Another cost-effective method is division. If your Blue Daze plant has multiple stems, you can carefully divide the plant into smaller sections, making sure each section has roots attached. Plant these divisions in separate pots with fresh potting mix and water them regularly until they establish themselves. In conclusion, propagating Blue Daze plants can be done cost-effectively through stem cuttings or division. By following these simple steps, you can expand your Blue Daze collection without breaking the bank. Remember to provide proper care and maintenance to ensure the success of your propagated plants.
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