: Achieved in acidic soil (pH below 6.0). To reach these tones, use a soil acidifier like aluminum sulfate or elemental sulfur. 3. Routine Care & Maintenance

: Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged . Water at the base of the plant early in the morning to avoid wetting the leaves, which can lead to mold or disease.

: Removing spent blooms in early summer can encourage a second flush of flowers later in the season.

: Common in extreme heat, even if the soil is moist. It usually recovers as temperatures drop in the evening.

: Apply a slow-release, high-phosphorus "bloom boost" fertilizer (like Flower-tone ) twice a year: once in early spring and again in June or July. Avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers, which encourage foliage growth at the expense of flowers.

: Summer Crush needs very little pruning . Only remove dead wood in the spring once you see new green growth.

To give your Summer Crush the best start, focus on site selection and soil prep.

: It thrives in morning sun and afternoon shade . In hotter Southern climates (Zones 8-9), limit direct sun to just a few hours in the morning to prevent leaf scorch.