Portulacaria afra 'Variegated'
How to care for Portulacaria afra 'Variegated'
Light: Part sun, part shade
Place in a window with dappled sun or a spot in the middle of a room. Or directly in a window facing west or east.
Watering need: Low demand
All of the soil should be dry before watering. If the soil is still moist, you risk giving this plant too much water which can make it start to rot. When you water this plant, water well and then allow the soil to dry out completely before you water it again.
Fertilizing need: Minimum demand
This plant does not need very much fertilizing, but giving them some extra nutrients every once in a while is important to keep them green, promote good growth and to stay healthy. You can find more info below how to best fertilize this plants.
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