LEUCOPHYLLUM laevigatum

Our care tips

The secrets of a happy plant

It prefers very bright and sunny exposures and loose, poor soils, even stony or sandy, but perfectly permeable and draining. It tolerates both prolonged periods of drought and the characteristic salinity of sea winds near coastal areas. It bears minimum winter temperatures, only a few degrees below zero, and therefore, where cold can be intense and prolonged, give it a protected and sheltered position, or guarantee it shelter in a cool and bright environment in winter. In autumn, it may be convenient to remove the dry flower stems and old, damaged or cluttered parts: on this occasion, we can also slightly shorten the various branches in order to stimulate a harmonious growth and increase the subsequent flowering. Excellent results are obtained cultivating it on balconies or terraces, in large pots or containers, taking care of the draining nature of the soil. In the open ground, it can be combined with many other Mediterranean essences to create a sunny and dry garden: think about it in a linear sequence of several specimens to create unusual evergreen borders.

Production

A growing cycle that values every detail

At Vivai Capitanio, every plant comes from a careful, sustainable growing process, built on more than 35 years of experience and innovation.

01.

Propagation and rooting

It all begins with the selection of the best cuttings and seeds, grown in controlled conditions to encourage strong rooting. Here the young plants receive the first care they need to grow healthy and vigorous.

02.

Growing in dedicated settings

Depending on the species, plants are grown in greenhouses, under shade netting or in open fields, across a production system covering more than 70 hectares. This ensures the right conditions for every kind of plant.

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Care and selection for the highest quality

Every plant is monitored constantly to ensure it develops at its best, with efficient irrigation, targeted feeding and protection against disease and environmental stress.

04. Ready for your green space

Before sale, every plant is carefully selected to guarantee the highest quality. Thanks to efficient logistics and safe transport, plants reach their destination in perfect condition, ready to enrich gardens, terraces and green spaces.

Production sites

Excellence in production, rooted in the land

Today, with nine production sites between the sea and the slopes of the Murgia, we grow a wide assortment of plants with passion.

Conghia 1

A site sheltered from the wind, ideal for the more delicate species and for the early stages of growth.

11 hectares Grown in 16 cm and 24 cm pots

Casale

On slightly higher ground, home to the more mature plants, ready for immediate effect.

11 hectares Grown in 24 cm and 40 cm pots

Conghia 2

A wide area above the gully, specialising in ornamental grasses.

4 hectares Grown in 24 cm pots

Gradone

Here the plants spend the longest phase of their growth before going to market.

6 hectares Grown in 15 cm and 16 cm pots

Lama

A natural karst hollow, the perfect habitat for climbers and succulents.

3 hectares Grown in 24 cm pots

Conghia Greenhouses

The heart of the nursery: this is where the cuttings are raised and first potted on.

7 hectares Grown in plug trays and 7x7 cm pots

Taveri

A recently acquired site with advanced greenhouses for plants with particular requirements.

10 hectares Grown in 16 cm pots

Macchia di monte

A system of greenhouses and shade houses for species from warm climates or with low light requirements.

3 hectares Grown in 15, 16, 24 and 40 cm pots

Showroom

A site sheltered from the wind, ideal for the more delicate species and for the early stages of growth.

1,000 sq m

Bitonto

A Xylella-free site, created to offer customers production free of any restriction

3 hectares

Our services

Tailored services for your green spaces

At Vivai Capitanio we offer a complete range of services designed to meet the needs of garden centres, landscapers and green-space professionals.

Assembly and packaging

We assemble each trolley with precision, so you get fresh plants without having to order large quantities.

Detailed labelling

We provide photographic labels with botanical information and planting suggestions, to show every plant at its best.

A dedicated showroom

A display area where we present the best of our production, reserved for trade professionals.

A dedicated showroom

A display area where we present the best of our production, reserved for trade professionals.

Let’s talk about your projects

Growing the right solutions together

Partner with a trusted name in the nursery industry. Our team is ready to understand your requirements and provide tailored solutions. Contact us for expert advice and personalised support from our specialists.

Experience and reliability

Sustainable production

Efficient logistics

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