How to Grow and Care for Sherardia

Sherardia thrives in well-drained soil and requires moderate watering, ensuring the soil is kept slightly moist. It prefers full sunlight but can tolerate partial shade. Special care points include deadheading spent blooms to encourage more flowering and avoiding waterlogging to prevent root rot. Overall, sherardia is relatively easy to care for with these simple guidelines.

Watering schedule: Every week

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

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Planting and Growing Sherardia

Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Annual
Watering Schedule	Every week
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Soil pH	6-7.5
Hardiness Zones	7-9

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