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Leucospermum

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What is the plant

Leucospermum is a genus of flowering plants that belongs to the Protea family. The Leucospermum genus consists of approximately 50 species, most native to South Africa where its natural habitat includes mountain slopes, scrubland and forests. Depending on the variety, Leucospermum ranges from low-growing ground covers to small trees. Some varieties have become popular indoor plants, valued for the colorful, pincushion-like blooms.

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Humidity

Normal

Lighting

Full Sun

Hardiness zone

9 - 11

Difficulty

Medium

How to Care for the Plant

Water
Although the plant is somewhat drought-tolerant, it benefits from regular water during warm, dry weather. Water early in the morning so the plant has all day to dry before the arrival of cooler temperatures in evening. Water at the base of the plant and keep the foliage as dry as possible.
Pruning
Whether Leucospermum is grown inside or out, be sure to remove fading blooms to encourage continued blooming
Fertilizer
Leucospermum plants should not be fertilized

Disease diagnosis

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Sunlight
Leucospermum growing conditions include full sunlight
Soil
poor, well-drained, acidic soil
Temperature
temperatures between 65 and 75 F. (18 to 24 C.)

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Popularity
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