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African Milk Tree
The ultimate guide to caring for an propagating the African Milk Tree, I have a few at home, they are fairly slow growers but they are easy to care for… African Milk Tree Care Summary Light needs: Bright indirect sunlight. Watering needs: Only water it if the soil is dry all the way down. Check weekly. Fertilizer: A dedicated cactus and succulent fertilizer in the summer months. Soil: Cactus and succulent mix. Humidity: 40% or less. Temperature: 18-25°C (64-77°F). Where to buy: Try our list of Rare Plant Shops. Other names: Euphorbia trigona, African Milk Tree, Cathedral Cactus, Abyssinian Euphorbia. Common issues: Overwatering and sunburn. Introduction Fun fact(!) The African…
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Philodendron White Princess
In this article we’ll run down how to get the best out of your philodendron white princess. I have lots of these at home and I propagate them for sale too, they’re a really impressive and popular plant. The key is to give it plenty of indirect sunlight and humidity but don’t overwater it... Philodendron White Princess Summary Light needs: Bright indirect sunlight. Watering needs: Check once a week and water if top 50% of soil is dry. Fertilizer: A balanced feed once a month in summer. Soil: Really well draining, with added perlite. Humidity: 60%-70%. Temperature: 18°C to 25°C (64-77°F). Where to buy: Try our list of Rare Plant…
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Philodendron Paraiso Verde Care
One of my favorite plants, I have a few of these at home and I propagate them for sale too, I run down all you need to know about philodendron paraiso verde care… Philodendron Paraiso Verde Care Summary Light needs: Medium to bright indirect sunlight. Watering needs: Check weekly, water if top half of soil is dry. Fertilizer: OK not to feed but if you do, a balanced fertilizer once a month in spring and summer. Soil: A well draining potting mix with 20% perlite. Humidity: 50-70%. Temperature: 14-30°C (57-86°F). Where to buy: Try our list of Rare Plant Shops or Etsy. Common issues: Overwatering. Introduction This plant is a…
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Ficus Shivereana Care
The key to ficus shivereana care is to keep it humid but not overwatered, and check it for pests when watering… Ficus Shivereana Care Summary Light needs: Medium to bright indirect sunlight. Watering needs: Check weekly, water if top half of soil is dry. Fertilizer: A balanced fertilizer once a month in spring and summer. Soil: A well draining potting mix with 10% added perlite. Humidity: 50%. Temperature: 15ºC-25ºC (59ºF-77ºF). Where to buy: Try our list of Rare Plant Shops or Etsy. Common issues: Overwatering and leaf burn from too much sun. Introduction The ficus shivereana is a mottled mojito colored variegated rubber plant. It’s as good as it’s sounds!…
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Syngonium Mojito Care
Welcome to my syngonium mojito care for and propagate guide. I have a few of them, they are really easy to grow and prop. I run down all you need to know… Syngonium Mojito Care Summary Light needs: Medium to bright indirect sunlight. Watering needs: Check weekly, water if top 50% of the soil is dry. Fertilizer: Not necessary, if you do, use a balanced fed monthly in spring and summer. Soil: A well draining potting mix with 20% perlite. Humidity: 50%. Temperature: 15-30°C (59-86°F). Where to buy: Try our list of Rare Plant Shops or Etsy. Common issues: Yellow leaves due to over watering and leaf curling or crisping…
