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How to Grow and Care for Maleberry

Maleberry, also known as Big boy

Maleberry thrives in acidic, well-drained soil and benefits from partial to full sun exposure. Special care points include tolerance for damp conditions but a need to avoid waterlogged soils. Regular watering and annual mulching help maintain soil moisture and health. Pruning is minimal, mostly to remove dead or broken branches.

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Watering schedule: Every 3 weeks

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Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

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Planting and Growing Maleberry

ToughnessHigh
Care LevelLow
Care DifficultyEasy
LifespanPerennial
Watering ScheduleEvery 3 weeks
Sunlight RequirementsFull sun
Soil pH4.5-5.5
Hardiness Zones
7-9
ToxicityToxic to Pets
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Maleberry is a deciduous shrub characterized by its ability to thrive in wet, acidic soils, preferring areas with partial to full sunlight exposure. Typically, maleberry will spread as wide as it is tall, forming a balanced and dense silhouette. In the spring and early summer, maleberry sports distinctive, urn-shaped flowers that emerge from growth produced in the previous year. To maintain its shape and encourage flowering, it is advised to prune maleberry after the blooming period. The plant's physical form and unique floral structures are notable features for those seeking to identify maleberry in the wild or cultivate it in a suitable garden setting.
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