ERYSIMUM Bowles Mauve PN/RH/KR

Overview of Erysimum 'Bowles Mauve'

Erysimum 'Bowles Mauve' is a popular variety of wallflower known for its long-flowering period and striking mauve-purple blooms. It is a short-lived perennial or biennial that is widely grown in gardens for its vibrant flowers and pollinator-friendly nature. This cultivar is part of the Brassicaceae family and is highly valued for its low-maintenance care, aromatic foliage, and ability to thrive in various garden settings, especially borders and gravel gardens.

Its grey-green leaves form a bushy, evergreen clump, and it can flower almost year-round in mild climates, with peak blooming in spring and early summer. Mature plants can reach up to 75 cm in height and spread.

Light, Temperature & Positioning

• Sunlight Needs:

  • Requires full sun for best flowering performance.

  • Tolerates light shade, but this may reduce bloom quantity.

• Temperature Preferences:

  • Hardy in mild to moderate climates (generally to around -5°C).

  • May require protection in harsh winters or colder regions.

• Ideal Placement:

  • Best suited to south- or west-facing borders.

  • Also thrives in raised beds, containers, and rockeries.

Watering, Soil & Feeding

• Watering Needs:

  • Water moderately during dry spells in the first growing season.

  • Once established, it is relatively drought-tolerant.

  • Avoid overwatering—well-drained soil is essential to prevent root rot.

• Soil Requirements:

  • Prefers light, sandy, or loamy soil with good drainage.

  • Tolerates poor soil but dislikes heavy clay or overly rich compost.

• Fertilisation:

  • Light feeding in early spring with a general-purpose fertiliser.

  • Avoid excessive nitrogen as it encourages foliage over flowers.

Pruning, Longevity & Pests

• Pruning Practices:

  • Deadhead spent flower spikes to encourage prolonged blooming.

  • Lightly prune after flowering to maintain shape and prevent legginess.

  • Avoid cutting into old wood as it may not regenerate well.

• Lifespan:

  • Typically short-lived (2–3 years), so consider taking cuttings annually for continuity.

• Pest & Disease Resistance:

  • Generally pest-free, though susceptible to flea beetles or aphids in some cases.

  • Good air circulation helps prevent mildew and other fungal issues.

Propagation & General Tips

• Propagation:

  • Easily propagated by softwood cuttings in late spring or early summer.

  • Avoid propagation by seed as it may not come true to type.

• General Tips:

  • Combine with other drought-tolerant perennials like lavender, salvia, and artemisia.

  • Regularly replace older plants as they become woody and less floriferous with age.

  • Excellent for pollinators—especially bees and butterflies

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Our live plants are packed with care and diligence by our staff, our horticulturists review each plant before despatch to ensure quality is maintained.
Live Plant delivery charges are not calculated on weight but on the space required per package to ensure safe delivery, so delivery charges may vary as some plants require more space than others when packed.
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