ERYSIMUM Poem Lilac

Overview & Features

• Erysimum ‘Poem Lilac’ is a compact, evergreen wallflower producing soft lilac to pale purple blooms.

• Bears clusters of lightly fragrant flowers over a long season, typically from spring into summer and often beyond.

• Forms bushy mounds of narrow, grey-green foliage.

• Typically grows to 40–50 cm in height and spread.

• Ideal for mixed borders, cottage gardens, gravel gardens, and patio containers.

• Attractive to bees and other pollinators.

• Provides gentle pastel tones that blend beautifully with spring and summer perennials.

This variety is valued for its delicate colouring and reliable, extended flowering.

Planting & Positioning

• Plant in full sun for the best flowering and compact growth.

• Prefers well-drained soil and does not tolerate winter waterlogging.

• Thrives in light, sandy, or moderately fertile soils.

• Improve heavy soils with grit before planting to enhance drainage.

• Suitable for borders, raised beds, and container planting.

• Dig a hole slightly wider and the same depth as the pot.

• Position the crown level with the soil surface.

• Backfill, firm gently, and water thoroughly after planting.

• Space plants 40–50 cm apart to allow for bushy development.

Erysimum performs best in sunny, open positions with good air circulation.

Watering, Feeding & Flowering

• Water regularly during the first growing season to establish roots.

• Once established, plants are moderately drought tolerant.

• Avoid overwatering, particularly in winter months.

• Feed lightly in spring with a balanced fertiliser to encourage strong flowering.

• A second light feed in early summer can help extend the blooming period.

• Avoid excessive nitrogen-rich fertilisers, which may promote foliage over flowers.

• Flowering typically begins in spring and can continue for many months.

• Regular deadheading helps prolong flowering and maintain a tidy appearance.

Full sun and light feeding support a long-lasting floral display.

Pruning, Maintenance & General Care

• Trim back lightly after the first main flush of flowers to encourage fresh growth and additional blooms.

• Avoid cutting into older woody stems, as regrowth may be limited.

• Remove any dead or damaged stems as needed.

• Replace plants every few years if they become woody or less vigorous.

• Apply a light mulch in spring, keeping it clear of the crown to prevent rot.

• Generally low maintenance and pest resistant in suitable conditions.

• May require protection in severe winters in colder regions.

With full sun and well-drained soil, Erysimum ‘Poem Lilac’ will provide soft, elegant colour and dependable garden performance throughout the growing season.

• Size
  2 Litre

We currently only deliver within the island of Ireland, other countries can be quoted for by contacting [email protected] or via telephone on 06964084
 

Standard Delivery is FREE on orders over €250*

All standard deliveries will be completed within 5-7 working days via Fastway Couriers, any delay to this delivery time, the customer will be notified by One of our staff.

The in-Store delivery charge will vary compared with online, in-store delivery charge is done on a case by case basis. 

* Only mainland Ireland addresses qualify for free delivery.
 

Live Plants Delivery

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.
All live plants are despatched within 3-5 working days where possible, our couriers aim to deliver within 48 hours of despatch from our Garden Centre to allow the plant to arrive in healthy condition.
 

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