Nertera granadensis 'Astrid' (5.5cm Pot)
Product Code: 304342
£4.99
- Common Name: Bead Plant
- Ultimate height: 0.13m
- Toxic to cats and dogs.
- This plant demands a source of light that is bright, yet indirect, in order to maintain its health.
- Requires different watering demands depending upon the time of year that you are in. During the spring and summer, this plant should be kept moist at all times. Soil should be watered whenever it begins to feel dry, but never kept soggy. During summer months, the plant should remain on a saucer of wet pebbles to offer the increased moisture demanded. In autumn and winter, the plant's soil should be permitted to dry almost completely before wateri
- This plant possesses a shallow root system. As such, the pot does not need to be more than a few inches deep. One part potting mix to one part perlite or tree bark is the preferred soil choice.
- During spring and summer months, this plant requires daily misting of the flowers and berries. In autumn and winter, occasional misting is needed on a weekly basis.
Description
Description
A pretty plant with tiny greenish white flowers in early summer, followed by attractive red-orange bead like berries. Bright light with some direct sun. Keep compost moist at all times, water sparingly in winter. Mist leaves occasionally. Do not feed. Prefers cooler temperature, min 5°C / 40°F in winter.
