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Let's remember to empty the plant saucers after watering, to avoid that stagnant water could damage the roots. Water sporadically, with 2-3 glasses of water , leaving the soil dry for a few days before watering again; when watering we suggest avoiding excesses, but to wet the substratum well. Let's act every 1-2 weeks .
Cultivation Octopus tree
These plants have a sapling deportment, with a short stem with a small roundish crown. The Octopus tree Is medium in size; in winter it assumes a green colouring. These are evergreen plants, which means they keep their leaves year round. The Octopus tree develops in an erect manner and, as the years go by, becomes a tree.
Light Octopus tree
We suggest to position the the Octopus tree in a sunny spot at least a few hours a day. Let's position the plants where they can enjoy a good source of light,yet avoiding direct sunshine, which could cause antiaesthetic burnings on the foliage.We advise cultivating the the Octopus tree in a covered place, in an apartment or green house, as they don't like temperatures below 15°C: during late Spring they can be moved outdoors.
Water Octopus tree
Water sporadically, with 2-3 glasses of water , leaving the soil dry for a few days before watering again; when watering we suggest avoiding excesses, but to wet the substratum well. Let's act every 1-2 weeks . Let's remember to empty the plant saucers after watering, to avoid that stagnant water could damage the roots.
Pests Octopus tree
Generally during this time of year we suggest a pre-emptive treatment with wide range insecticide and with a systemic fungicide, to prevent the attack from part of the aphids and the development of fungus diseases, often favoured by a mild and damp climate.
Mold Octopus tree
Let’s grow these apartment plants in a very well drained soil.
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Plant - Octopus tree
When wanted we can grow these plants in a vase. The indications given in this article are related to a medium size plant.
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