Where to Plant?
Ground
Ground, Pot
How to Plant?
Seedlings
Divison, Leaf Cutting, Seedlings, Tubers
Plant Maintenance
Medium
Low
Watering Plants
Watering Requirements
Allow soil to be completely dry in between waterings, Do not water excessively
Average Water Needs
In Summer
Lots of watering
Lots of watering
In Spring
Moderate
Moderate
In Winter
Average Water
Average Water
Soil
Soil pH
Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Acidic, Neutral
Soil Type
Clay, Loam, Sand
Loam, Sand
Soil Drainage Capacity
Well drained
Average
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Partial shade, Full Shade
Pruning
cut main flower spike, Proper mowing practices are necessary, Remove damaged fruit
Cut or pinch the stems, Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead leaves
Fertilizers
Balanced liquid fertilizer every 4 weeks, Compost
20-20-20 amount, High phosphorus, Water soluble fertilizers
Pests and Diseases
Bacterial Stem Rot, Mildew, Red blotch, Ring Rot, White spots
Aphids, Citrus leaf miner
Plant Tolerance
Shade areas, Shallow soil, Soil Compaction
Drought