QVC Roberta’s Gardens

Frequently
Asked Questions
MY HARDY PLUMBAGO IS SLOW TO LEAF OUT?
Hardy Plumbago is slow to leaf out in the spring. Be patient. An
outstanding, long-lived groundcover that slowly weaves itself
into the garden fabric, creating large drifts of fall color. The deep
blue flowers are numerous and long lasting beginning in late
summer through fall. As the flowering finishes, the leaves begin
a month-long change to a vivid mahogany red color. Plumbago is
extremely adaptable, growing equally well in sun or shade, and
thriving in a wide range of soil types.
WHERE IS AND WHERE DO I PLANT MONARDELLA?
This distinctive looking groundcover is a marvelous new species
closely related to Monarda or Bee Balm! It produces large bright
red flowers that adorn this plant in early summer and fall. Great
for a rock garden! Well branched plants growing to 6 to 8 inches
tall. Scarlet Monardella is also a fabulous source of nectar for
hummingbirds and is like a living hummingbird feeder blooming
all spring, summer and fall!
IS SOAPWORT A GOOD PLANT FOR PROBLEM AREAS?
Yes! This vigorous, low creeping plant is useful for spilling down
sunny slopes or over rock walls. Plants form a low mound of
bright-green leaves, literally smothered by starry bright-pink
flowers in late spring to mid-summer. Also useful as an edging
in the sunny border, and worth considering in tubs or pots. Its
evergreen foliage grows 6 to 8 inches tall.
DOES DALMATIAN GERANIUM HAVE FALL COLOR?
This low-growing species forms a small clump of fragrant, glossy
green leaves, bearing clusters of shell-pink flowers in late spring
and early summer. In fall the leaves transform to red-orange and
burgundy tones. An excellent choice for rock gardens, rock walls
or edging a border or pathway. Also worth considering in tubs or
mixed containers. Spreads to form a dense mat to 6 inches tall.
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IN THE GARDEN
Roberta’s Gardens
PLANTING AND GROWING GUIDE
ARE THEY EVERGREEN OR DECIDUOUS?
All but the Soapwort is deciduous in cold climates. In warm
winter areas they will all keep their foliage year round.
Eric, Kevin, and Koort Wallien
HOW TO I WINTERIZE THEM?
There is really nothing to do. Just let them go dormant. In the
spring you can clean up any dried foliage which will be minimal.
If you do prune, do so hard immediately after blooming, to
maintain a compact habit. Clumps may be easily divided in late
summer or early spring.
First Things First...
When your plant arrives from Roberta’s, remove from the
shipping box immediately.
Remove plastic bag and/or sleeve from around potted plant(s).
Discard any packing material clinging to the leaves or soil. Pull
away any yellow or brown leaves that may have occurred during
transit. If you cannot plant it into garden or larger pot within a
few days, make sure it stays well watered.
When ready to plant, do the job as early in the day as possible
to avoid extreme soil temperatures that prevent proper water
uptake from the roots. Water them in well and whisper a few
words of wisdom.
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Great Galloping Growing
Groundcovers
(Cerastigma plumbinoides, Sapponaria
ocymoides, Monardella macrantha,
Geranium Dalamticum)

quick reference
planting guide
Continuing Care
Additional Reference
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planting distance:
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bloom time:
planting instructions:
(soil preparation, depth,
which end is up, etc.)
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Full to Partial Sun
5 to 9
15-18 inches
6-8 inches
18-24 inches per plant
Late Spring to Mid-Fall
Remove plastic bag and/or sleeve from around
potted plant(s). Discard any packing material
clinging to the leaves or soil. Transplant into
the garden as soon as evening temperatures
stay above 40F. Rather than in the garden you
may re-pot into large containers.
Planting Guide
Remove plastic bag and/or sleeve from around potted
plant(s). Discard any packing material clinging to the leaves
or soil. Pull away any yellow or brown leaves or spent flowers
that may have occurred during transit. If you cannot plant it
into garden or larger pot within a few days, make sure it stays
well watered.
Transplant into the garden as soon as evening temperatures
stay above 40F. Dig holes twice the width of the root ball and
about 5 to 6 inches deep. Place them in their holes. Pack soil
firmly around roots. Fill with soil and pack in firmly covering
entire root zone. Water again. Plants prefer partial sun or full
sun.
Rather than in the garden you may re-pot into large
containers. Repot the plants into at least 10 inch pots
separately or together inside one larger container.
Planted now they will produce flowers in late spring
to mid fall.
SHELF LIFE
Plant into garden or larger pots and place outside
immediately after the night temperatures stay above 40
degrees.
PLANT PREPARATION
Remove plastic bag and sleeve from around potted
plant(s). Discard any packing material clinging to the leaves
or soil. Pull away any yellow or brown leaves that may have
occurred during transit. If you cannot plant it into garden
or larger pot within a few days, make sure it stays well
watered.
SOIL
Plants need a lean well drained soil. Sandy or rocky soil is
preferred. Death from “wet feet” is a common occurrence
in heavy soils. Grow in fertile, well-drained soil. Amend clay
type soils with compost or potting mix.
GARDEN PREPARATION
They prefer partial or full sun.
POTTED PLANTS
Rather than in the garden you may re-pot into large
containers. Repot the plants into at least 10 inch pots
separately or together inside one larger container.
PLANTING SPACING
If planting in garden space 15 to 18 inches apart.
PLANT HEIGHT AND WIDTH
These grow about 6 to 8 inches tall and
18 – 24 inches wide.
WATER
Water upon planting and just average during summer.
FERTILIZER
They respond to feeding with a high bloom fertilizer
like Flower Magic plant food (M7503). Once a month is
sufficient during spring and summer.
TEMPERATURE ZONES 5 to 9
They can withstand winter temperatures to minus 15F.
LIGHTING
In the summer growing season, partial or full sun or partial
sun is the absolute best.
BLOOMING
Under correct conditions, blooming begins in late spring
to late summer.
PRUNING
Pruning is not necessary.
WINTER DORMANCY
There is really nothing to do to winterize them. Clumps
may be ripped apart and divided in early fall, after 2 years.
Just stick a trowel in the soil and dig them out.
Hardy Blue Plumbago in
autumn
Monardella Marian
Sampson
Shipped As Shown
Hardy Blue Plumbago
Monardella Marian Sampson
in container
Rock Soapwort
Pink Dalmatian Geranium
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