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Light American century plantSole pieno
We suggest growing the The American century plant in the garden; these are very rustic plants. We can grow a large part of the succulent plants in a cold climate; some species can endure temperatures below 5°C, but only if the soil stays completely dry.We suggest to position the The American century plant in a sunny spot at least a few hours a day.

Cultivation American century plant
The American century plant is developed like a succulent plant. The American century plant Is large in size; in spring, summer, autumn, winter it assumes a white colouring. These are evergreen plants, which means they keep their leaves year round. These plants give origin to a brush with a rounded form.

Fertilize American century plant
In the spring let’s fertilize our succulent plants periodically, adding, every 15-20 days, a specific fertilizer. Fertilizers fur succulent plants must be rich in potassium, but poor in nitrogen, to avoid the plants from developing excess vegetation, which is easily attacked by fungal diseases.

Water American century plantTenere asciutto
Water sporadically, with 1-2 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 4-5 weeks . These plants are very resistant to droughts; let’s avoid watering excessively; during the winter months we can avoid watering the plants located where there’s a cold climate.

Pests American century plant
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 American century plant
Let’s prefer soft and incoherent, with elevated drainage soils.

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This page concerns the weather mediterranean it is possible to choose another climate area alpine continental

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