Nursery
I’ve started a garden? Idk if “started” is an apt word but yeah. Bought a bunch of plants(25 in total as of 2023-04-17) and potted them all in plastic planters, locally sourced red soil and cocopeat(which I think also contains some cow manure).
Index
- Euphorbia Trigona Green - African Milk Tree
- Pencil Cactus (Euphorbia tirucalli)
- Plectranthus prostratus(Succulent Swedish ivy)
- Stonecrop Plant (Sedum dendroideum)
- Codiaeum variegatum (Gold Star)
- Codiaeum variegatum (Croton Zanzibar)
- Ajwain, or Trachyspermum ammi
- China Pink (Dianthus Chinensis)
- Dracena marginata or Yucca Plant not so sure
- Coleus
- Chlorophytum
- Song of India
- Moses-in-the-cradle
- Garden Rose
- Arrowhead plant
- Hibiscus rosa-sinensis
- Purple heart
- Inchplant
- Star jasmine
- Aloevera
- Yellow Allamanda
- Lemon Cypress
Care
Euphorbia Trigona Green - African Milk Tree
- Water sparingly, allowing soil to dry between waterings
- Bright, indirect sunlight is ideal
- Avoid over-watering to prevent root rot
- Toxic sap, wear gloves when handling
Pencil Cactus (Euphorbia tirucalli)
- Allow soil to dry before watering thoroughly
- Bright, indirect light to full sun exposure
- Sensitive to cold temperatures, keep above 50°F (10°C)
- Wear gloves when handling due to toxic sap
Plectranthus Prostratus (Succulent Swedish ivy)
- Water when topsoil is dry, avoid over-watering
- Provide bright, indirect light
- Maintain temperatures between 60-75°F (15-24°C)
- Prune regularly to maintain bushy growth
Stonecrop Plant (Sedum dendroideum)
- Water when soil is dry, about once a week
- Full sun to light shade
- Tolerant of most temperatures, but avoid freezing
- Protect from snails and slugs
Codiaeum Variegatum (Gold Star)
- Water regularly, keeping soil consistently moist
- Bright, indirect light to maintain vibrant colors
- Maintain temperatures between 60-85°F (15-29°C)
- Keep away from cold drafts
Codiaeum Variegatum (Croton Zanzibar)
- Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings
- Bright, indirect light for vibrant foliage
- Maintain temperatures between 60-85°F (15-29°C)
- Avoid sudden temperature changes and cold drafts
Ajwain, or Trachyspermum Ammi
- Water moderately, allowing soil to dry between waterings
- Full sun to partial shade
- Grow in well-draining soil
- Avoid over-watering and waterlogged soil
China Pink (Dianthus Chinensis)
- Water when soil is dry, about once a week
- Full sun to partial shade
- Well-draining soil with added organic matter
- Deadhead spent flowers to encourage new blooms
Dracaena Marginata or Yucca Plant
- Water when soil is dry, about every 10 days
- Bright, indirect light
- Maintain temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C)
- Keep away from cold drafts and radiators
Coleus
- Keep soil evenly moist, but not soggy
- Bright, indirect light
- Maintain temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C)
- Pinch back tips to encourage bushy growth
Chlorophytum
- Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings
- Bright, indirect light
- Tolerant of a wide range of temperatures
- Keep away from direct sunlight
Song of India
- Water when topsoil is dry, about once a week
- Bright, indirect light
- Maintain temperatures between 65-80°F (18-27°C)
- Prune regularly to maintain desired shape
Moses-in-the-cradle
- Water when soil is dry, about once a week
- Bright, indirect light
- Maintain temperatures between 65-80°F (18-27°C)
- Keep away from cold drafts
Garden Rose
- Water regularly, ensuring soil remains moist but not soggy
- Full sun for at least 6 hours a day
- Prune regularly to encourage healthy growth
- Protect from pests and diseases
Arrowhead Plant
- Keep soil evenly moist, water when top inch of soil is dry
- Bright, indirect light
- Maintain temperatures between 60-85°F (15-29°C)
- Prune regularly to maintain desired shape and control growth
Hibiscus Rosa-sinensis
- Water regularly, keeping soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
- Full sun to partial shade
- Maintain temperatures between 60-90°F (15-32°C)
- Prune to encourage bushy growth and remove dead flowers
Purple Heart
- Water when soil is dry, about once a week
- Bright, indirect light to full sun
- Tolerates a range of temperatures, but avoid freezing
- Prune regularly to control growth and maintain desired shape
Inchplant
- Water when topsoil is dry, about once a week
- Bright, indirect light
- Maintain temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C)
- Pinch back tips to encourage bushy growth
Star Jasmine
- Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings
- Full sun to partial shade
- Maintain temperatures between 55-65°F (13-18°C) at night and 65-75°F (18-24°C) during the day
- Prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage new growth
Aloe Vera
- Water deeply, allowing soil to dry between waterings
- Bright, indirect light to partial shade
- Maintain temperatures between 55-80°F (13-27°C)
- Avoid over-watering to prevent root rot
Yellow Allamanda
- Water regularly, keeping soil consistently moist
- Full sun for vibrant blooms
- Maintain temperatures between 55-70°F (13-21°C) at night and 70-85°F (21-29°C) during the day
- Prune after flowering to encourage bushy growth
Lemon Cypress
- Water when topsoil is dry, about once a week
- Bright, indirect light
- Maintain temperatures between 55-75°F (13-24°C)
- Prune to maintain desired shape and control growth
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