๐ฟ The guide to caring for the Eclipta โ a flowering, robust and impressive shrub for the Israeli garden
The bottlebrush, or by its popular name "bottlebrush," is one of the wonderful choices for gardens in Israel โ an evergreen, durable shrub that bursts into spectacular red, brush-shaped blooms.
It attracts butterflies, bees, and ladybugs, is suitable for full sun, and is resistant to wind and salt - in short: an ideal shrub for anyone who wants a vibrant, colorful garden without much maintenance .
โ๏ธ Light and watering โ the basis for a shrub that explodes with blooms
๐ Light:
Full sun! The more sun you get, the more and more densely you will bloom.
Partial shade will result in poorer flowering and slower growth.
๐ง Irrigation according to the seasons:
| season | Recommended watering |
|---|---|
| SpringโSummer (First Year) | 2โ3 times a week |
| After establishment | Once every 7โ10 days |
| winter | Usually not necessary โ the wood is resistant to rain and drought. |
๐ชด Acalypha is not particularly sensitive to soil โ but does prefer well-drained soil. It is recommended to add tuff or a quality planting medium.
โ๏ธ Pruning, shaping and fertilizing
โ๏ธ Pruning:
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After flowering, light pruning will help re-branching.
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Can be shaped as a tall shrub, a small tree, or as a natural hedge
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The canopy responds well to pruning โ even vigorous pruning if necessary.
๐ฑ Fertilization:
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Fertilizer for flowering plants once a month in the warm season
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Compost in early spring will help with strong growth
๐งญ Where should you plant?
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In an open garden, along a fence, as a concealment plant
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Also suitable for the coastline โ resistant to wind and saltwater
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You can also plant it in a large pot โ but it will grow better in the ground.
๐ธ Eklipa โ Average Prices
| Seedling size | Estimated price |
|---|---|
| Small flowerpot (4 liters) | 30โ45 โช |
| Medium pot (10 liters) | 60โ85 โช |
| Mature shrub (25 liters or more) | 180โ240โช |
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โ Frequently Asked Questions about Eclipse
Is the bark evergreen?
Yes! It stays green all year round and adds color and volume even when it's not blooming.
Is it suitable for small gardens?
Yes, provided that it is pruned and shaped as needed โ it can also be planted in a pot.
Should wilted flowers be removed?
Not mandatory, but light pruning after flowering will stimulate additional waves of flowering.
What to do if the leaves turn yellow?
This is usually related to poor drainage or lack of fertilization. Check the soil and amend accordingly.
๐ก Did you know?
Despite its unique appearance, Eclipta belongs to the myrtle family โ like the myrtle and guava.
Thanks to its exceptionally high nectar levels, it is considered one of the favorite plants of honeybees โ and therefore excellent for a vegan garden, beekeeping, and even for producing high-quality honey in Australia!
๐ฟ Tip from professionals
To enjoy the eclipta for a long time โ plant in a place with full sun, prune after each bloom, and ensure deep but infrequent watering.
This way you will keep it dense, healthy and with stunning blooms every year!
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