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Philodendron McDowell
A comprehensive guide to the care and propagation of this billowing beauty: Philodendron McDowell. The key to Philodendron McDowell care is to give it bright indirect sunlight, a well draining and airy potting mix, and only water it sparingly. Philodendron McDowell Care Summary Light needs: Bright indirect sunlight. Watering needs: Check soil weekly and water if dry. Fertilizer: A balanced fertilizer monthly in spring and summer. Soil: A mix or orchid bark, perlite and normal potting compost. Humidity: 65-75%. Temperature: 13°C to 26°C (55°F – 80°F). Where to buy: Try our list of Rare Plant Shops. Other names: Philodendron Dean McDowell, gloriosum x pastazanum Common issues: Overwatering. Introduction A gorgeous…
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Calathea Setosa (Ctenanthe Setosa)
Welcome to our guide to calathea setosa care and propagation, all you need to know to care and propagate this plant, including soil, water, light and humidity. The key is to keep the soil moist, give it plenty of humidity and water it with filtered water. Calathea Setosa Care Summary Light needs: Medium to bright indirect sunlight. Watering needs: Keep moist, check soil twice a week and water it if the top half is dry. Fertilizer: Use a well diluted balanced feed every 3 or 4 weeks in spring and summer. Soil: Potting compost mixed with 20% perlite. Humidity: 60%. Temperature: 15-27°C (59-81°F). Where to buy: Try our list of…
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Hoya Serpens
Welcome to our guide to the Hoya Serpens all to you need to know about care and propagation. They key to getting the best out of your Hoya Serpens is to give it a bright sunlight and only water it when dry. Hoya Serpens Care Summary Light needs: Bright indirect sunlight. Watering needs: Check soil weekly, only water if dry all the way down. Fertilizer: Use a balanced feed monthly in spring and summer. Soil: A Hoya Soil Mix. Humidity: 60% Temperature: 15-25°C (59-77°F). Where to buy: Try our list of Rare Plant Shops. Common issues: Overwatering. Introduction The hoya serpens is a small round-leaved vining epiphyte, know for it’s…
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Hoya Krohniana
Welcome to our guide to hoya krohniana care and propagation. The key to hoya krohniana care is to keep it in an orchid bark based soil mix and ensure you don’t overwater them. Hoya Krohniana Care Summary Light needs: Bright indirect sunlight. Watering needs: Check the soil once a week and water it when dry. Fertilizer: A well diluted balanced feed once a month in spring and summer. Soil: A mix of equal parts soil, perlite and orchid bark. Humidity: 60%. Temperature: 15-28°C (59-82°F). Where to buy: Try our list of Rare Plant Shops. Common issues: Overwatering and root rot. Introduction The hoya krohniana is known for it’s small leaves…
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Philodendron Ring Of Fire Care
Philodendron ring of fire care is really easy as rare houseplants go, just keep it well lit but not in direct sun and let it almost dry out before watering it again. We cover everything you need to know about care and propagation… Philodendron Ring Of Fire Care Summary Light needs: Medium to bright indirect sunlight. Watering needs: Check weekly, water if top 50% of the soil is dry. Fertilizer: A well diluted multipurpose fertilizer monthly in spring and summer. Soil: A well draining potting mix with 20% perlite. Humidity: 40-60%. Temperature: 15-27°C (approx. 60-80°F). Where to buy: Try our list of Rare Plant Shops or Etsy. Common issues: Pests…
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Philodendron Pedatum
Welcome to our concise guide to the philodendron pedatum. The key to philodendron pedatum care is to let it almost dry out between watering and keep it humid. Philodendron Pedatum Summary Light needs: Medium to bright indirect sunlight. Watering needs: Check once a week, water if top 50% of soil is dry. Fertilizer: A high nitrogen feed every 3 weeks in summer. Soil: A standard potting compost plus 20% perlite. Humidity: 50-60%. Temperature: 18°C to 25°C (64-77°F). Where to buy: Try one of these Rare Plant Shops. Common issues: Overwatering. Introduction The philodendron pedatum aka the oak leaf philodendron is an easy to care for philodendron with amazing leaf shape. This is…
