Louisa 12 cm pot (perennial for the garden)

Name: Louisa 12 cm pot (perennial for the garden)
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Louisa - Aloysia citrodora

Location

Outside or inside • Sunny balcony • Spice garden

lighting

Full sun • Minimum 6 hours of direct light

Irrigation

Regular • Allow the top layer to dry between bags

Level of care

Medium • Requires protection from frost

Pets

⚠ Keep away from pets - may cause stomach discomfort

Growing conditions

light: Full sun, minimum 6 hours of direct sunlight per day. Shade will cause poor growth and reduced aroma and flavor.

Irrigation: Regular during the growing season - keep soil moist but not wet. Let the top layer (2-3 cm) dry out between waterings. Reduce in winter.

ground: Well drained and rich in organic matter. Recommended pH: 6.0-7.5. Potting soil mix with perlite and compost.

temperature: Loves heat! Sensitive to frost - should be protected below 4°C. Deciduous - sheds leaves in winter (this is normal!). Bring inside or cover before the winter.

elk: Balanced liquid fertilizer once a month during the growing season (spring-fall). Avoid over-fertilizing.

Common problems

🍂 Leaf fall in winter

A natural phenomenon! The plant will die and die. Don't throw it away - it will wake up in the spring.

🥀 Weak and long growth

Lack of light! Move to a brighter location with direct sunlight.

🦟 Aphids and whiteflies

Spray with a soap solution or garden oil. Ensure good ventilation.

💧 Root rot

Overwatering. Ensure proper drainage and let the soil dry out between waterings.

Special advantages

🍋 Amazing lemony scent ☕ Soothing herbal tea 😴 Soothing properties 🍰 Great for desserts and drinks 🦋 Attracts bees and butterflies 💚 Rich in vitamins A, B, C 🌿 Retains the scent even when dry

Plant information

Scientific name

Aloysia citrodora

family

Verbena (Verbenaceae)

exit

South America (Argentina, Chile, Peru)

height

1-2 meters (up to 3 m in ideal conditions)

Plant type

Deciduous perennial shrub

USDA Hardiness Zones

8-11

rash

White-purple flowers in summer

Uses

Tea, desserts, drinks, perfumery, potpourri

Professional tip

Don't be alarmed when the hollyhock sheds its leaves in winter - it looks like a dry branch but it's perfectly fine! Wait until late spring before you decide to throw it away, as it takes a while to wake up. Prune vigorously in spring when you see new buds - this will encourage denser growth and more fragrant leaves. The leaves retain their scent even when dry, so it's worth drying a stock for the winter!