Grooming Caucasian forget-me-nots 'Jack Frost'

What should you watch out for when pouring?

So that the silvery leaves also look beautiful in summer, the care 'Jack Frost' include a regular supply of water. This is especially true in heat and dry times. This variety does not tolerate dry soils. Likewise, she cannot make friends with stagnant moisture. So water them when the soil has dried on the surface.

Does this perennial need weekly fertilization?

It is not necessary to use this perennial every week fertilize. If you work some compost into the soil before planting, then you will need the Caucasus forget Me Not Not to fertilize 'Jack Frost' at all in the first year. Basically, it is advisable to fertilize this perennial once or twice a year in the field and every month in the case of pots.

How do you cut this variety correctly?

In general, 'Jack Frost' doesn't necessarily need a cut. The height of growth is and remains low with a maximum of 40 cm. But that

Cut has a beneficial effect on the life expectancy of this perennial and the strength for flowers.

Here are some things to keep in mind:

• generally easy to cut
• Remove dead flowers to prevent self-sowing
• cut off old inflorescences around May / June (up to the upper stem leaves)
• cut back to just above the ground in autumn

Is it necessary to spend the winter?

This specimen is extremely hardy. Therefore, it does not need to be protected from frost in winter. But if you live in a rough location: Cut the perennial back in autumn and protect it in the root area with brushwood!

Are there pests or diseases that can play a role?

If the substrate has not dried out, the Location is not in the blazing sun and the care is right, 'Jack Frost' is not very susceptible to diseases. Even pests only occur in exceptional cases. The risk of snail damage is low.