| Description: |
A very large and varied group of plants grown for their feathery leaves and for the small puffy flower clusters. |
| Uses: |
Container, Erosion control, Ground cover, Pest tolerant, Massing, Seashore |
| Environment: |
Suitable only for a greenhouse |
| Lighting Needs: |
Does best in full sunlight coming from the South/West |
| Soil Type: |
A GOOD general purpose potting soil (a soil that retains water yet drains well) with a little sand added will suffice. If you want to mix your own take:
2 parts garden soil, 1 part peat, 1 part coarse sand or perlite.
Always use a pot with a hole.
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| Watering: |
Drench the soil and let it become moderately dry between waterings. If you use rainwater, be careful as it could be acidic. Use warm water. |
| Fertilizer: |
Feed every two weeks during the spring and summer with a water soluble fertilizer. Do not fertilize newly potted plants for at least four (4) months. |
| Plant Pests: |
Prone to none Always inspect any new plant for pests before introducing it to your home or greenhouse. |
| Propagation: |
Seeds/ stem cuttings
in the spring through summer.
Early spring, Late winter, Mid winter
It is best to propagate any type of cuttings or seeds in a mixture of moist peat and perlite. Cover the pot and plant with a plastic bag secured by a rubber band to prevent 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: |
Cut or pinch this plant back if it gets a little leggy and after blooming. This plant does not mind being pot bound. If possible put outside for the summer in full sun.
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| Toxicity: |
Parts of this plant can be toxic to pets. |
| Bonsai: |
Species of this Genus are a a candidate to bonsai. |