- Watering
- Water deeply. Mulch surface with sphagnum to retain moisture.
- Fertilization
- Resume feeding post-flower. High potassium to support branching.
- Pruning
- Refine shape. Remove unwanted shoots.
- Bud Shoot Management
- Pinch vigorous water shoots if necessary.
- Pests Disease
- Watch for borers and leaf spot.
- Summer Protection
- Partial shade from midday sun prevents leaf scorch.
- Propagation
- Soft/semi-hardwood cuttings ideal now.
- Development
- Encourage shoot ramification.