Epipactis palustris - Helleborine

continental : We suggest a bright location, but with filtered sunlight, indeed these plants do not like direct sunlight.
These plants can tolerate short frosts not excessively cold; in case of very rigid winters It is advisable to cover the aerial part with frost cloth.

alpine : We suggest an exposure to filtered sunlight, not to direct one.
It is advisable to cover the aerial part of the plant with a frost cloth starting from October until spring, to avoid the exposure to excessive intense frosts.

mediterranean : The Epipactis palustris like those locations where they have a good light, but do not like direct sunlight.
These plants are grown in the garden; they tolerate slight frosts.

Fertilize Epipactis palustris : Fertilize orchids using a specific fertilizer, to be dissolved in normal waterings every 15-20 days. Avoid fertilizings during the rest period and bloom.

continental : These plants shall be watered regularly from March to October, avoiding excessive waterings and remember to allow the soil to dry out well between two waterings. During cold months we can avoid watering.

alpine : Water the Epipactis palustris regularly, specially in summer, always allowing the soil to dry out completely between two waterings.

mediterranean : It is advisable to water these plants regularly, using a good amount of water and watering deeply the soil; allow the soil to dry out between two waterings.

Pests Epipactis palustris : If these plants are well grown they are not attacked by fungus or rots; sometimes some cochineals can hide under the leaves: they can be removed manually with a cotton wad soaked in the alcohol or with mineral oil.

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