- Nguồn: [Ebook] The Houseplant Handbook: Basic Growing Techniques and a Directory of 300 Everyday Houseplants – David Squire
- Biên tập: Dũng Cá Xinh (Tháng 02/2022)
- Dịch: Team Codai.net
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Flowering Potted Plants
FLOWERING POTTED PLANTS are the most widely grown of all indoor plants. Each year vast numbers are bought when their colorful display begins, then discarded when it is over. They make superb presents, and many enthusiasts try to grow them for a second year, but the display is often disappointing
Cupid’s Bower, Hot Water Plant, Monkey-Faced Pansy, Mother’s Tears, Widow’s Tears: Achimenes hybrids
From early to late summer, these hybrids bear masses of trumpet-like flowers. Colors include white, pink, red, purple, and blue. Each flower is short-lived, but soon replaced by others.
Height: 12–15in (30–38cm) |
Spread: 10–12in (25–30cm) |
Winter: Not applicable |
Summer: 55–59°F (13–15°C). Direct light without full sun, or indirect light |
Care: In summer, water freely but ensure compost is well drained, and feed every 2–3 weeks. |
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Propagation: Plants can be raised from tuber-like rhizomes, but fresh plants are usually bought each year |
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