This summer is a great time to sharpen gardening skills. Today the focus is on an herb that fits beautifully in any corner of the home and fills the house with a delicate, fresh aroma. Andromeda, also known as Pieris japonica, may sound like a galaxy, but it is a charming plant with bell shaped flowers that can brighten indoor spaces.
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Details follow on how to plant andromeda at home and the care required to help this plant grow strong and healthy.
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How to plant an Andromeda at home
Andromeda is an evergreen shrub that stays compact, making it ideal as a houseplant. It blooms in early spring and brings a graceful presence to indoor spaces.
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For this bush, the quickest way to encourage blooming is to plant a root ball directly; seeds take much longer to establish. Rainy days provide excellent conditions for planting. Place the root ball in a container of rainwater until air bubbles stop forming, then remove and gently loosen the roots.
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Dig a sizeable hole in a deep pot, about three times the size of the root ball. Mix the removed soil with a touch of heather soil and place a layer at the bottom. Set the plant in the hole, cover with the remaining soil, firm gently with the hand, and water generously.
The care Andromeda needs
After potting, Andromeda should be watered thoroughly, especially in the early stages. As it grows, it becomes more tolerant of water stress and irrigation can be extended gradually.
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Andromeda can thrive in direct sun as well as semi shaded spots. It prefers to avoid extreme heat but handles cooler conditions well, so placing it near a sunny window works well most of the day.
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With proper watering, Andromeda should keep soil slightly moist. Rainwater is ideal when possible.
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Pieris Japonica should also be fertilized once a year, preferably in the fall. It is also recommended to prune the leaves slightly after flowering. It is a plant with strong disease resistance, but attention should be paid to mealybugs and aphids that can attack it.