Tradescantia spathacea
How to care for Tradescantia spathacea
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: Medium demand
This plant is somewhat drought-tolerant, so no need to stress too much about it drying up. Make sure to feel the soil before watering: the top layer (about 2 inches) should be dry before giving this plant more water.
Fertilizing need: Medium demand
Plants can't only survive on water, they need nutrients too. To keep your plant nice and thriving, it’s important that you add fertilizer every now and then. You can find more info below how to best fertilize this plants.
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Want a fuller plant? Cut off some stems and the plant will grow new shoots (you can also plant the cuttings in the pot as well).Read more
The Best Way to Water Your Tradescantia spathacea
Tradescantia Spathacea require the perfect balance when it comes to watering - not too much and not too little.
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How to fertilize your plant
Most plants require fertilizing every now and then to ensure that they get the right nutrients in order to stay happy and healthy.
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How to repot your plant
Most plants require repotting every now and then in order to stay happy and healthy. However, repotting can be stressful to plants, so it's important to do it carefully and not too often.
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