Dictamnus albus - P9

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Dictamnus fraxinella.

Bulletpoints
* the flowers are heavily favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * fragrant flowers

Growth habit
Upright.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Autumn, depending on variety also in spring.

Tasks
Apply compost: In the period from March to April.

Care
- If the plant is divided every 2-3 years and weak roots and shoots are removed, the reward is better growth and flowering vigour! - If the plant is watered less frequently but thoroughly and penetratingly, the plant roots are encouraged to penetrate into deeper soil layers. This enables the plant to survive dry periods better.

Flower
Dictamnus albus forms pink-coloured flowers arranged in panicles from June. These exude a pleasant fragrance.

Interesting facts
Dictamnus albus is slightly poisonous.

Use
Group planting, rock garden, cottage garden, bee pasture, natural garden, scented garden