Watering, fertilizing, cutting and more

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How high is the water requirement at the Wollziest?

The eponymous factor is with Wollziest the soft, fine hairs on the leaves and flower stalks, with which the plant protects itself from excessive drying out, even in full sun. Therefore, the Wollziest is well suited to cover dry hillside gardens. It almost never has to be watered, only in extremely dry conditions can a little water be given during growth phases. Only with one Propagation by sowing you should be careful not to let the seeds dry out too much during the germination phase.

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When can the Wollziest be transplanted as tolerably as possible?

Generally it is possible to transplant the Wollziest in spring and autumn. Since the Wollziest grows particularly fast in the spring, transplanting before the new shoots in the spring brings the best results.

At what point in time and how is the woolen ziest cut?

The Wollziest can be for various reasons get cut:

  • to remove the inflorescences that some gardeners do not want
  • to prevent further self-sowing in the garden
  • to achieve a compact growth habit
  • as caring spring cut for removing wilted and weakening plant parts

Which diseases and pests threaten the health of the Wollziest?

The Wollziest is generally rather insensitive to pests and diseases. Because the in moderation non-toxic leaves like to be eaten by hares, rabbits and other rodents, free-range pets in the garden can cause damage to the plants. Specimens that are poorly growing or affected by rot are usually either in a too little sunny or waterlogged location, or have to contend with rainy weather periods.

Should the Wollziest be fertilized in the garden?

Fertilization is not necessary for the Wollziest, it thrives particularly well on poor soils. Heavy and loamy soils should be loosened up before planting and made more permeable with a little sand or gravel.

How does the Wollziest winter?

The Wollziest is extremely hardy and can easily overwinter in this country in the tub on the terrace or in the garden bed. You do not need a cover or other winter protection with the Wollziest.

Tips

If you bring the care cut a little forward after flowering and the flower stalks are still in full splendor cut off, after drying you will receive handsome material for tying dry bouquets and autumn flower arrangements.