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  • Answered by
    MichiganDot on
    October 12, 2017
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    You should let it go dormant and not try to keep it as a houseplant. If your concern is cold winter survival in a pot outdoors, you have several options. 1. Dig a hole in the ground to hold the pot; 2 heap soil over the pot by putting it into a larger pot; 3. use a large pillowcase or sheet (not plastic) to encase the pot in chopped leaves and 4. get a straw bale and cut a hole for the pot. The idea is to use straw, dirt or leaves as insulation. Plumbago is very hardy. Unless you are in the Yukon, I think any of these techniques will work.

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    November 1, 2017
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    Plumbago generally needs frequent watering, enough so to just keep the soil moist, but do not over water. In fact, it's okay to allow the soil to dry out some between waterings. Jatropha is known for its tolerance to drought and, thus, requires less water. Give it a good soaking to saturate the soil well and then leave it, watering again only when it's really hot/dry as needed.

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    BushDoctor on
    December 3, 2017
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    The best way to do this would be removing the tree by hand anytime that it sprouts up. Another option would be to pour boiling water ONLY on that tree and the stump. Mechanical removal will be the best option, but as long as you don't get the hot water on the conifer, than this can help.

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    BushDoctor on
    February 20, 2018
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    You can cut it back pretty hard, but to be safe, I would leave some of the stem. Here is an article for more information on the care of these: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/plumbago/growing-plumbago-plants.htm

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    MichiganDot on
    March 4, 2018
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    If it is possible, move the plant to where it gets nearly full sun. The small groundcover plumbago likes shade but you have a different species and it needs sun. Try to get a picture of insects that are bothering your plants. There are several free online insect ID sites. With an ID, you can determine which insecticide is appropriate, if any. If your plant is still struggling in more sun, post a picture and we'll try again to help. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/plumbago/growing-plumbago-plants.htm

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    June 21, 2018
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    This probably is a combination of overwatering and transplant shock. The drip irrigation is probably sufficient. This article may help

    http://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/environmental/signs-of-plants-affected-by-too-much-water.htm

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    July 25, 2018
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    Cut back all leggy stems or branches that detract from the plumbago's overall shape after each flush of blooms. ... Reduce pruning to just removing spent flowers six to eight weeks before the average first fall frost date in your area.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/plumbago/growing-plumbago-plants.htm

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