Jeonggeumnamu

Vaccinium oldhami

Vaccinium oldhami is an evergreen shrub native to East Asia, including Korea. The following information covers the plant's main growth characteristics, propagation methods, cultivation practices, garden uses, and pest and disease control methods.

Growth Characteristics
- Growing Environment: It thrives primarily in moist areas of mountainous regions and grows successfully in partial shade.
- Soil: It prefers well-drained, acidic soil.
- Size: Mature trees grow to a height of 2 to 5 meters and spread as a broad bush.
- Leaves and Flowers: The leaves are dark green and glossy. Small, reddish flowers bloom in the spring, and dark red berries appear in the summer and autumn.

Propagation Methods
- Seed Sowing: Harvest mature berries, separate the seeds, and sow them immediately in the autumn or store them at a low temperature before sowing in the spring.
- Cuttings: It can be propagated by cutting mature branches. It is most effective to perform this in spring or early summer.

Cultivation Method
- Watering: Keep the soil moist, but avoid overwatering. Water thoroughly when the soil is dry.
- Fertilizer: It is recommended to apply organic fertilizer in the spring and autumn.
- Pruning: Regularly remove old branches to promote the growth of new ones.

Uses in the Garden- Old Hami is a popular ornamental plant in gardens due to its moderate size and beautiful fruit. It also works well as a hedge or border tree.

Important Pests and Control Methods
- Diseases: Fungal diseases may occur, so pay attention to drainage and be careful not to let water touch the leaves.
- Pests: Damage from aphids or moths may occur; to prevent this, observe the plant regularly and use organic insecticides if necessary.

The information above is a basic guide for growing Old Hami healthily and utilizing it effectively in your garden. If more professional care is required, it is recommended to seek advice from a local agricultural technology center or a plant specialist.

Plant Type
Plant Family	Rhododendron family
Height	2∼3m
Spread
Colors	red
Bloom Period	June–July
Water Needs	commonly
Exposure	Sunny
Freezing Resistance	-30°C

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