Risodora 'Grace Ward'

Lithodora diffusa 'Grace Ward'

Lithodora diffusa 'Grace Ward' is an evergreen perennial with beautiful blue flowers, primarily used in gardens as ground cover or boundary plants.

Growth Characteristics
- Form: It has a low, spreading growth habit, reaching a height of approximately 15–30 cm and a width of 60–90 cm.
- Leaves: It has narrow, elongated, glossy green leaves.
- Flowers: It blooms with blue flowers in the spring and may remain in bloom until summer.

Propagation Methods
- Seeds: Can be sown in the spring, but rarely used due to low germination rates.
- Cuttings: Primarily propagated by cutting soft branches in early spring.
- Division: Can be propagated by dividing the plant when it has grown large.

Cultivation Methods
- Soil: Prefers well-drained, acidic soil. - Sunlight: It grows well in full sun to partial shade, but blooms best in areas with ample sunlight.
- Watering: Be careful not to overwater; water only when the soil is dry. In particular, be careful not to overwater during the summer.
- Fertilizer: Apply a balanced plant fertilizer in moderation during the spring.

Uses in the Garden
- Border Plant: Plant along road edges or garden borders to serve as a boundary.
- Ground Cover: Because it spreads in a low-lying form, it is suitable as a ground cover plant to cover large areas of soil.
- Rock Garden: It tends to grow well in gardens with many rocks or gravel.

Important Pests and Control Methods
- Diseases: Be careful of root rot caused by excessive moisture. This can be prevented by planting in well-draining soil and avoiding overwatering.
- Pests: Generally, there are no major pests that cause significant problems, but if aphids appear, control them using soapy water or an appropriate insecticide. This information can help you grow a healthy Risodora 'Grace Ward'. It is important to establish an annual care plan to ensure the plant remains in optimal condition.

Plant Family	Dental clinic
Height	15~30cm
Spread	60~90cm
Colors	blue
Bloom Period	May to August
Water Needs	commonly
Exposure	Sunny
Freezing Resistance	-15°C

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