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Thompson & Morgan Lewisia Elise Mixed - 6 Plugs

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Introducing the Fleuroselect Gold Medal winning Lewisia Cotyledon ‘Elise Mixed’, a perennial plant...

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The Thompson & Morgan Lewisia Elise Mixed is designed for gardeners seeking vibrant, long-lasting blooms with minimal fuss. Its key benefit is a rapid, colourful summer display in the first year, with repeat flowering throughout the season. A potential caveat is the need for winter protection against excessive wetness to ensure perennial survival. This variety offers masses of starry, fruity-colored flowers, often with unique stripes and picotees, emerging from neat rosettes of succulent leaves, making it suitable for beds, borders, rock gardens, and containers.

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Model Part Number6
BrandThompson & Morgan

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FAQs

What is the best location for Lewisia Elise Mixed?

The best location is one that receives full sun and has excellent drainage. They are ideal for rock gardens, sunny borders, or containers.

How often should I water Lewisia Elise Mixed?

Water regularly during the summer, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Avoid waterlogging, especially in cooler months.

Can I grow Lewisia Elise Mixed in a container?

Yes, Lewisia Elise Mixed is very well-suited for decorative patio containers, provided the container has drainage holes and uses a well-draining compost.

How do I prepare Lewisia Elise Mixed for winter?

The main concern is protecting the plant crowns from excessive moisture. In areas with very wet winters, consider providing a dry mulch or moving containers to a sheltered spot like under an overhang or in a cold frame.

Will Lewisia Elise Mixed flower in its first year?

Yes, one of the key benefits of this variety is that it flowers in its first year, providing a rapid and colourful display.

What does 'Fleuroselect Gold Medal' mean?

It signifies that the variety has won a prestigious international award for outstanding plant breeding, judged on criteria such as unique characteristics, performance, and garden impact.

Can I grow this plant in shade?

No, Lewisia Elise Mixed requires full sun to thrive and bloom effectively. Shady conditions will lead to poor growth and reduced flowering.

Troubleshooting

Plants are not flowering.

Ensure the plant is receiving full sun and is being fed regularly with a balanced fertiliser during the flowering season.

Leaves are turning yellow or mushy.

This is likely due to overwatering or poor drainage. Reduce watering frequency and ensure the soil drains well. Move containers to a drier spot if necessary.

Plants are wilting despite watering.

Check for root rot caused by overwatering and poor drainage. If root rot is severe, the plant may not recover. Ensure future plantings have excellent drainage.

Pests are present (e.g., aphids).

Inspect plants regularly. If pests are found, treat with an appropriate insecticidal soap or horticultural oil, following product instructions.

Plants are not overwintering successfully.

Ensure the plant crowns are protected from excessive winter wetness. Improve drainage around the plant base or move containers to a sheltered, drier location.

Pros and Cons

Pros

  • Produces stunning, multi-colored flowers with unique markings.
  • Flowers from the first year and continues to bloom throughout the summer.
  • Suitable for a variety of garden settings including rock gardens and containers.
  • Drought-tolerant once established, requiring less watering.
  • Adaptable to different climates, performing well in both warm and cool conditions.
  • Recognized with a Fleuroselect Gold Medal for quality.

Cons

  • Requires winter protection from excessive wetness to prevent rot.
  • Images are illustrative and actual results may vary based on growing conditions.
  • Decorative pots are not included.
  • While drought-tolerant once established, regular watering is needed during summer.
  • Succulent leaves can be prone to rot if overwatered or in waterlogged soil.

Setup, Compatibility & Care

**Planting:

  1. Choose a location that receives full sun.
  2. Ensure the soil has excellent drainage; Lewisia plants are susceptible to root rot in waterlogged conditions. Amend heavy soils with grit or sand.
  3. Plant the plugs in their final positions in beds, borders, rock gardens, or containers.

**Watering:

  • Water regularly during the summer months, especially when plants are establishing and flowering.
  • Allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings.
  • Avoid waterlogging, particularly during autumn and winter.

**Feeding:

  • Apply a balanced liquid fertiliser regularly during the flowering period to encourage continuous bloom.

**Temperature & Overwintering:

  • The plants are frost-free until acclimatised, after which they tolerate cooler temperatures.
  • For overwintering, the primary concern is protecting the crowns from excessive moisture and winter wetness. Consider providing a dry mulch or cloche in very wet areas. Some protection, like positioning containers under eaves or in a cold frame, can be beneficial.

Compatibility:

  • Suitable for alpine-style gardens, rockeries, patio containers, and crevices in retaining walls.
  • Pairs well with other sun-loving, well-draining tolerant plants.