Read our article on New Hampshire State Flower and learn everything about How to Grow It easily in the garden!
New Hampshire claims to be a proud state of two flowers. One is the official cultivated state flower and the state wildflower. Let’s have a look at all the details about the New Hampshire State Flower!
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New Hampshire State Flower
- Purple Lilac is the official New Hampshire State Flower since 1919.
- It is not native to America and was imported from Europe, particularly England, in the 18th century.
- You can find it in shades of purple, white, and pink.
- Pink Lady’s Slipper is the symbolic wildflower of New Hampshire.
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How to Grow New Hampshire State Flower
Location
The perfect location is a spot that receives full, bright, but indirect sunlight for at least 4-5 hours daily. Too much shade can cause delayed or no blooming.
Also, avoid growing it in a spot that gets exposed to the harsh afternoon sun for long hours.
Watering
Water the plant whenever the top 2-4 inches of the soil feels dry to the touch. Usually, 1-2 times every 7-10 days is good.
Do not water the plant daily and avoid letting the soil go dry completely.
Fertilizer
After the Purple Lilac has bloomed in the spring, feed the plant with a balanced liquid fertilizer, once in 1-2 months. Follow the directions mentioned on the label.
You can skip feeding it altogether once it grows to about 4-5 feet.
Pruning
Prune the plant regularly to maintain the desired shape and size. It will also help in preventing diseases like powdery mildew.
Pests and Diseases
Although this plant is usually hardy, some pests, like the borers, can attack it occasionally. Watch out for any indications of pests and use insecticidal soap to get rid of them on time.
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