How to Grow and Care for Milkworts

Milkworts thrive in well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It requires regular watering, especially during dry periods. A key special care point is maintaining soil moisture without waterlogging, as milkworts are sensitive to excessive water. Another important aspect is ensuring they are planted in a location that protects them from strong winds, which can damage their delicate structure.

Watering schedule: Every week

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Planting and Growing Milkworts

Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every week

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Types of Milkworts

Box-leaved milkwort

Box-leaved milkwort is a long blooming ornamental plant ideal for ground cover and makes a lovely addition to a border or rock garden. It has been grown for its ornamental value since 1658 and has since been awarded the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit. This deer resistant plant helps suppress unwanted weeds.

Fringed polygala

Fringed polygala (Polygaloides paucifolia) is a perennial wildflower that will grow from 8 to 15 cm tall. It blooms from spring to summer with delicate orchid-like flowers that are pinkish white and resemble small birds ready to take flight. It prefers partial to full shade in moist acidic soil.

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