Propagate guide

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Watering mastery

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Fertilizer mystery reveal

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Tips & tricks for cutting

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Plant pot secrets

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Common pests

Frequent diseases

Botanist’s tips

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Water the plant thoroughly until water drips through the drainage hole, but only when the 1/2 inch of soil feels dry to the touch. Allow the pot to drain, and then pour out water that remains in the drainage saucer. Alternatively, place the pot in a sauce of water and allow the soil to absorb water until the top of the soil feels damp. Either way, never allow the bottom of the pot to stand in water.

Water

The plant prefers partial shade to full sun. Bright light brings out the brightest colors in the foliage.

Sunlight

Plant in a potting mixture that holds moisture without remaining soggy. A high-quality commercial potting mixture works well, or you can create your own from a mixture of 1 part sand, 1 part perlite, and 2 parts peat moss.

Soil

Feed the plant a weak solution of a water-soluble fertilizer for indoor plants. Mix the solution at a rate of 1 teaspoon of fertilizer for every gallon of water, and then apply the fertilizer once every month during spring and summer. Alternatively, use a time-release fertilizer applied according to the directions on the label.

Fertilizer

A temperature range of 60°F-85°F is preferred. Lower temperatures may damage leaves.

Temperature

Use a sturdy pot with a drainage hole in the bottom. Raise humidity around the plant with a bed of pebbles or gravel.