Lotus Berthelotii

SPECIAL QUALITIES

Grown for its cascade of silver grey needle leaves and stunning red flowers.

FLOWERS

Heavy clusters of vivid-scarlet pea flowers in spring and summer.

POSITION & USES

Rocky banks are an ideal position for maximum display or planting above rock walls where trailing stems can hang down. Moderately fertile well drained soil in full sun. Suitable for hanging baskets.

CULTIVATION

Tip prune young shoots to encourage dense foliage.

FERTILISING

Regular applications of Seasol and Power Feed will keep it looking its best.

WATER RATING

• Red can = Little water in hot, dry weather.
• Green can = Deep watering every few weeks in hot, dry weather.
• Blue can = Deep watering weekly in hot, dry weather.

Codes are a guide only and watering requirements will be affected by soil type, competition, mulching, wind and many other factors. Try to group plants with the same code in the one bed.

CAUTION: May be harmful if eaten.

Herb Attributes