Kiereweed Care

In the spring and summer, moisten the soil immediately after its top layer dries. When irrigating, use distilled water. In the cold season, water two days after the substrate has dried. Pilea depressa tolerates drought much better than excess fluid.

If you want to avoid annual transplants, you can pinch Kiereweed regularly. You can also cut off emerging inflorescences, so the plant does not waste energy on flowering.

In the spring-summer period, fertilize once in 7 days. Use mineral complex fertilizer for decorative leafy plants. In winter, the number of dressings can be reduced to 1 time in 4 weeks.

Pilea depressa needs bright but diffused light. Avoid direct sunlight. A west- or east-facing windowsill is best suited for growing Kiereweed. This greenie also requires a lot of sun in winter, so don't let it freeze!

Use humus soil with a slightly acidic or neutral composition. You can prepare a mix yourself. Combine humus and turf soil, sand, and peat in equal proportions.

You can propagate Kierewed from cuttings or seeds. Propagation by cuttings can be done at any time of the year. Place the cuttings in a container of water or loose substrate. Allow them to grow roots, and then move them to a pot with a soil mix.

Kiereweed feels most comfortable throughout the year at 77°F (25°C). During the winter, you need to ensure the temperature doesn't drop below 63°F (17°C). Remember that winter drafts can cause harm to your leafy buddy.

Since Pilea depressa has a shallow root system, you can use a small pot. It should be more broad than deep. Remember to provide the drainage layer. You can also grow the plant hydroponically.

In Western Europe, Pilea depressa is known as "Baby Tears." The plant owes this name to the shape of its leaves.