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Hoya Shepherdii
Welcome to our guide to the hoya shepherdii aka the string bean hoya, read on to find out all you need to know to keep a happy plant. The key to caring for it is to give it a chunky and exceedingly well draining soil mix, and let the soil dry out between watering. Hoya Shepherdii Summary Light needs: Medium to bright indirect sunlight. Watering needs: Water when soil is dry, check it weekly. Fertilizer: A balanced feed once a month in spring and summer. Soil: Cactus soil with some orchid bark. Humidity: 60%. Temperature: 10-25°C (50 – 77°F). Where to buy: Try one of these Rare Plant Shops. Common issues:…
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Dischidia Ovata
Good dischidia ovata care is all about respecting that when it grows in the wild it’s an epiphytic plant that grows on trees in it’s natural habitat, so it has some particular soil and watering needs. Dischidia Ovata Summary Light needs: Medium ito bright indirect sunlight Watering needs: Let it dry out before watering it again, checking it once a week in winter and twice in summer. Fertilizer: A well diluted balanced feed once a month in summer. Soil: An orchid bark mix. Humidity: The higher end of household humidity. Temperature: 15-30°C (59-86°F). Where to buy: Try our list of Rare Plant Shops. Common issues: Root rot due to overwatering. Introduction…
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Anthurium Plowmanii
Anthurium Plowmanii (or Anthurium Plowmanii Fruffles) care is all about maintaining a high humidity level, we cover all you need to know about care and propagation… Anthurium Plowmanii Summary Light needs: Bright indirect sunlight. Watering needs: Check weekly and water if top 50% of soil is dry. Fertilizer: High nitrogen feed once a month in summer. Soil: Rich and well draining. Humidity: 70-80%. Temperature: 18°C to 25°C (64-77°F). Where to buy: Try one of these Rare Plant Shops. Common issues: Leaf pests and bacteria. Introduction The anthurium plowmanii aka the birds nest anthurium aka the wave plant aka anthurium plowmanii fruffles aka anthurium wave of love (yes, it has loads…
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Alocasia Longiloba
Welcome to our guide to Alocasia Longiloba care, covering all you need to know about care and propagation… The key to caring for this plant is to give it moist soil, bright indirect light and constant high humidity. Alocasia Longiloba Care Summary Light needs: Bright indirect sunlight. Watering needs: Keep them moist but not soaking wet. Check the soil once a week. Fertilizer: A balanced feed every 3 or 4 weeks in the warmer months. Soil: Rich and well draining (see: Alocasia Soil). Humidity: 60%-70%. Temperature: 18-25ºC (64-77ºF). Where to buy: Try our list of Rare Plant Shops or Etsy. Common issues: Both over and under watering. Introduction The Alocasia Longiloba…
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Alocasia Dark Star
Our ultimate guide to the alocasia dark star care and propagation... The key is to keep the soil moist but not soaking or dry and give them plenty of humidity, Alocasia Dark Star Summary Light needs: Medium to bright indirect sunlight. Watering needs: Check once a week and water when top 30% of soil dry. Fertilizer: Feed a well diluted balanced feed once a month in the summer. Soil: A loose, well draining soil. Humidity: 60%. Temperature: 18-25ºC (64-77ºF). Where to buy: Try our list of Rare Plant Shops or Etsy. Common issues: Under and over watering. Introduction Also known as the dark star elephant ear, the alocasia dark star…
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Philodendron White Wizard
Welcome to our care and propagation guide to the impressive philodendron white wizard. My advice is to keep it humid but not overwater it and give it lots of indirect but no direct sunlight. Philodendron White Wizard Care Summary Light needs: Bright indirect sunlight. Watering needs: Water it when the top 50% of the soil is dry, check it once a week. Fertilizer: A balanced liquid feed once a month in spring and summer. Soil: A rich, well draining potting compost. Humidity: 50% or more. Temperature: 18°C to 27°C (64-81°F) Where to buy: Try our list of Rare Plant Shops or Etsy. Other names: Philodendron erubescens white wizard. Common issues:…
