Planting and Growing alum root 'Peppermint Spice'
| Care difficulty | 2 / 5 |
|---|---|
| Watering schedule | Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings |
| Sunlight requirements | Full shade · Partial shade |
| Ideal temperature | Information to be completed |
| Soil type | Chalk · Clay · Loam · Sand |
| Soil pH | Neutral |
| Soil moisture | Moist but well drained |
| Fertilizing | Balanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer |
| Toxicity | Information to be completed |
How to Water alum root 'Peppermint Spice'?
Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Learn more →What Are the Sunlight Requirements for alum root 'Peppermint Spice'?
Full shade · Partial shade
Learn more →What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for alum root 'Peppermint Spice'?
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Learn more →What Soil Is Best for alum root 'Peppermint Spice'?
- Soil type
- Chalk · Clay · Loam · Sand
- Soil pH
- Neutral
What Are the Moisture Requirements for alum root 'Peppermint Spice'?
Moist but well drained
Learn more →How to Fertilize alum root 'Peppermint Spice'?
Balanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
Learn more →How to Prune alum root 'Peppermint Spice'?
Remove faded flower spikes
Learn more →How to Propagate alum root 'Peppermint Spice'?
Propagate by division in autumn. As this plant is protected by Plant Breeders' Rights, any propagation should be for personal rather than commercial use
Learn more →How to Transplant alum root 'Peppermint Spice'?
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Learn more →How to Care for alum root 'Peppermint Spice' in Winter?
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Learn more →How to Plant alum root 'Peppermint Spice'?
Grow in a fertile, neutral soil in partial to full shade, and ensure good drainage, especially in heavy soils. The woody rootstock tends to lift out of the ground over time, so mulch annually to retain moisture. Divide and replant every 3-4 years to maintain vigour
Learn more →How to Repot alum root 'Peppermint Spice'?
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Learn more →How to Harvest alum root 'Peppermint Spice'?
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Learn more →Common Pests & Diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to heuchera rust and leafy gall
Pests
May be susceptible to leaf and bud eelworm and vine weevil
Explore the plant health library →The Toxicity of alum root 'Peppermint Spice'
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