Yes Fairygirl, I have seen them in other gardens in similar positions and they seem to thrive. I think sometimes the prescribed advice isn't always correct and they are tough shrubs. We just have to be sensible I think and some times not worry as much as we do.
I've decided to try upping the watering regime. I could not have been overwatering, as I was treating it almost like my lavender. I'm doing that, shearing back the buds, and hoping for the best. On the plus side, there's quite a lot of new growth emerging from the bottom. It was quite a sparse, willowy thing at first, so this is probably good news. I'll give it some time to establish itself and see whether it improves.
As said, always best in the ground. We found that 'Red Ace' and 'Tangerine' were better with a modicum of shade from the hottest sun. 'Tangerine' was always a better orange in a shadier spot. 'Red Ace' is just a little softer than most of the fruticosa cultivars. Out of interest, have you tried one called 'Danny Boy'? Beautiful rich colour. HC
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Yes Fairygirl, I have seen them in other gardens in similar positions and they seem to thrive. I think sometimes the prescribed advice isn't always correct and they are tough shrubs. We just have to be sensible I think and some times not worry as much as we do.
I've decided to try upping the watering regime. I could not have been overwatering, as I was treating it almost like my lavender. I'm doing that, shearing back the buds, and hoping for the best. On the plus side, there's quite a lot of new growth emerging from the bottom. It was quite a sparse, willowy thing at first, so this is probably good news. I'll give it some time to establish itself and see whether it improves.
I'm sure it will be fine omm. It just needs a bit of time to get going. The new growth suggests that all's well
I live in west central Scotland - not where that photo is...
That's the spirit. I'm too much of a worrier!
I live in west central Scotland - not where that photo is...
As said, always best in the ground. We found that 'Red Ace' and 'Tangerine' were better with a modicum of shade from the hottest sun. 'Tangerine' was always a better orange in a shadier spot. 'Red Ace' is just a little softer than most of the fruticosa cultivars. Out of interest, have you tried one called 'Danny Boy'? Beautiful rich colour. HC