Silver Sparkle Pilea

Silver Sparkle Pilea Pilea glauca

What is the plant

Silver sparkle pilea name suggests they really do sparkle. They will “sparkle” when watered well. Watch the leaves closely and when it needs water that “sparkle” will fade a bit, but after it’s watered it will return.

Pilea is a genus consisting of about 600 species of frost tender, tropical foliage plants that include both upright bushy types and trailing varieties. Several smaller species are commonly cultivated as houseplants because they are so easy to grow and care for. These inexpensive little plants are excellent for growing indoors in dish gardens and are great starter plants for young or inexperienced growers. Their foliage varies considerably, ranging from 3" strongly textured, lance-shaped leaves to tiny heart-shaped, moss-like foliage. Pileas occasionally bloom, but their pink or cream-colored flowers are very tiny and often go unnoticed.

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Lighting

Part Sun

Hardiness zone

min 12

Water
During the summer months never let the soil dry out fully, but allow it to dry at least 2 inches down before you water deeply. Avoid soggy soil. Water less in the winter and fall, this is because your plant is getting less sun and therefore will need less water in order to photosynthesize. During less sunny months allow the soil to dry 2-3 inches down and water very deeply each time. During colder months it will likely be 2-3 weeks between watering depending on the conditions in your home.
Sunlight
Indirect sunlight simply means the sunlight is filtered in some way. Whether through a shear curtain or just being pulled further away from where direct sunlight can be found. Most homes are comprised primarily of indirect sunlight.
Fertilizer
Apply all purpose houseplant fertilizer, liquid concentrate at half strength every time you water in the summer and spring. Use once a month (at most) during the fall and stop you all together in the winter.

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Soil
Use a general, all-purpose potting soil.
Temperature
Normal household temperatures between 65-75F are fine. Make sure that your Pilea does not sit near the heating vents in the winter, as it will drop its leaves.
Container
Choose any container with enough drain holes. Terra-cotta or clay pots are the best choice.