Bukhara fleeceflower Care

Although not as sensible as indoor plants, Bukhara fleeceflower can also be harmed by overwatering. They prefer dry to slightly moist soil, so you can save the extra water for other spots of the garden. Wait for the soil to dry out before watering again, and the vines will thrive.

Prepare your gardening scissors, as this plant has a high growth rate and will shortly invade any space available if you don’t prune it consistently. While it does not require too much care in other aspects, pruning is important to make sure your garden keeps its neat appearance around the plants’ vines. You can prune it any time of the year, and don’t hesitate to cut any dying or affected parts.

You can help the flowers bloom by adding compost to the soil during the growth period, but as Bukhara fleeceflower is already growing rapidly, fertilization is not something obligatory.

Silverlace Vine thrives with a lot of sun exposure, so position it in a place where it gets at least 4-6 hours of partial sun daily. Although the direct sun does not affect it harshly, it is better to keep the direct sun for the morning hours instead of peak heat in the middle of the day, or the leaves might start to be affected.

This plant does not care too much about the soil that you keep it in regarding pH or soil type, but it thrives better in sandy, loamy soil.

Start by cutting about 6 inches (15 cm) of a healthy stem. Dip the cutting into growth hormone, then plant it into a soil mix that will remain moist throughout the entire growth period. Cover this cutting with a plastic bag or bottle for a few weeks, out of bright, direct sunlight. The roots will shortly start to form, and you will notice their resistance if you try to move the cutting in the pot with your finger. At this point, you can take the plastic coverage off and place the new vine in a sunny spot, exposing it to outdoor temperature and sunlight gradually.

This crawling bush is cold-resistant, however it goes dormant in cold temperatures. You might consider keeping it inside if the temperature in your area is exposing it to temperatures lower than -59°F (15°C). Bukhara fleeceflower will do best in temperatures between 50 and 86 °F (10-30°C).

These plants usually grow directly in the soil, and potting is necessary only during propagation, where you need a container with drainage holes. Outside this context, potting them is not so common, however, you need to provide a support system for this crawling plant to grow in a controlled shape.

Did you think this plant is all about leaves and flowers? Think again, because Bukhara fleeceflower is identified as fruit and delivers berries as well. Although not edible, these berries can add an extra pop of color to your garden.