| Environment: |
Suitable only for a greenhouse |
| Lighting Needs: |
Does best in bright indirect sunlight coming from the South/East/West |
| Soil Type: |
A GOOD general purpose potting soil (a soil that retains water yet drains well) that is lime free. If you want to mix your own take:
1 part garden soil, 1 part coarse sand or perlite and 1 part peat or humus (leaf mold).
Always use a pot with a hole.
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| Watering: |
Keep the soil evenly moist at all times. Use warm water. |
| Fertilizer: |
Feed every two weeks with an acidic fertilizer during the growth season. |
| Plant Pests: |
Prone to spider mites. Always inspect any new plant for pests before introducing it to your home or greenhouse. |
| Propagation: |
Stem cuttings
in the late summer.
It is best to propagate any type of cuttings in a mixture of moist peat and perlite. Cover the pot and plant with a plastic bag secured by a rubber band to prevent the moisture from escaping. Place in indirect sunlight or under a fluorescent light. Repot in its regular mix after it has been growing for a while.
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| Gardening Tips & Care: |
Allow to become pot bound. Mist frequently with warm water (lime free to avoid leaf staining) and prune after flowering.
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