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Cultural Information –
Glycosmis
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Light:
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Full to partial sun. The more direct sun the
better.
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Temperature:
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Maintain temperatures above 55 degrees.
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Humidity:
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Preferably 50% or
higher; however, they will tolerate low levels
with no harm.
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Watering:
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Bring soil to
visual dryness between watering, then water
thoroughly.
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Fertilizer:
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Fertilize with ˝ teaspoon of a balanced soluble
fertilizer per gallon of water once a week.
Discontinue in winter once growth has stopped. They have some susceptibility to iron chlorosis.
Pot in an acidic potting mix and be sure there is Iron added to
the fertilizer.
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Pruning:
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Prune in fall once fruiting is complete.
They can be tall stalky growers that need a trimming from time
to time to maintain size.
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Insects and
Disease:
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Little problems in the way of insects or
diseases.
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Comments:
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Glycosmis
or “Orange Berry” are strong growing plants that fruit at a
young age and if given good light can be quite productive. In the
north they flower and fruit spring through fall. High humidity and
damp conditions when in bloom can mold the flowers reducing the
fruit set.
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