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Cultural Information – Episcia
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Light:
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Partial sun or shade (an east, west, or
northern exposure). A little
direct sunlight is beneficial; try to avoid hot noonday sun.
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Temperature:
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Grow in temperatures above 65°.
They are warm growers and cool temperatures damage them.
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Humidity:
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Preferably 50% or higher.
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Watering:
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Bring soil to a state of visual dryness
between waterings; they prefer a dry period between waterings.
Avoid wetting the leaves with cool or cold water when in
sunlight.
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Fertilizer:
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Once monthly with a
water-soluble fertilizer such as our Dyna-Gro
plant food at ˝ tsp. per gallon.
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Pruning:
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Prune back trailing stems as needed.
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Insects and
Disease:
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They are highly susceptible to cyclamen
mite and mealy bug. If grown
too wet they can have problems with root diseases.
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Comments:
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Episcia or ‘Flame Violets’ are great
indoor plants for moderate to low light areas or light gardens.
They make excellent hanging baskets.
If they don’t flower, increase the light level.
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