Desert Rose

Desert Rose
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How to care for Desert Rose

  • Light: Full Sun

    Place in a bright room that is sun drenched almost all day. Or directly in a south-facing window.

  • 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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The Best Way to Water Your Desert Rose

Some plants require less water than others. Plants with so-called low water needs like Adenium can tolerate drying out completely, and so need only infrequent watering.

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How to fertilize Succulents

Like almost all other plants, succulents need nutrients to grow and stay healthy.

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How to repot most succulents

Like almost all other plants, succulents require repotting every now and then in order to stay happy and healthy.

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How to Mist Your Plant

It's best to mist your plants in the morning, when the sun is not too strong and the temperature is cooler. This will give the water time to evaporate before the heat of the day sets in.

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Overwintering Your Plant Cool And Bright

Evergreen or semi-deciduous plants keep their foliage during the winter months, and will therefore need a bright spot to survive.

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