Fresh Ti Leaf Large Bunch Great Green Long Lasting Grown in California USA

Description

Temperature:Temperatures between 65-80ºF (18-27ºC) are ideal, and no lower than 60ºF (15ºC). Avoid cold drafts from near windows and doors. Light:A brightly lit spot is ideal, without direct sunlight. Direct sunlight will dry the leaves and possibly scorch them. Without enough light the plant will not thrive and grow as it should. Watering:I would advise a grower to water the plant thoroughly once the top part of the soil becomes slightly dry. During the winter water much less. Make sure you have the plant placed in a pot which drains well to avoid causing root rot from waterlogged soil. Soil:A peat (2 parts) based potting mixture with perlite or sand (1 part) added works well, or other well draining types with bark. Re-Potting:Re-pot once every two years (approximately) when the plant is young and growing in height. Once it matures you can re-pot once every 3 -4 years and just replace the top soil the years it's not re-potted. Fertilizer:Feed with a diluted fertilizer every 2 weeks during the growing season (spring - fall). Humidity:If you can - supply cordyline plants with extra humidity by placing them in a tray with pebbles in water or with an electric humidifier. These plants are usually fine though without extra humidity, if the air is not dry. Propagation:These are easy to propagate by taking stem tip cuttings and re-potting them. The size of the cuttings does not seem to matter. Rooting hormone can be used on the cutting to be planted, although it's not essential. Pruning:The cordyline fruticosas top can be cut off once it becomes to tall for some indoor growers. I think this is better for indoors because it gives the plant a much fuller appearance.