Welwitschia mirabilis

Watering Welwitschia mirabilis
Generally during the period of vegetatational rest it isn't necessary to water our perennial plants, which in many cases lose their aerial part. We suggest watering these plants only from time to time, but we must remember to wet the soil deeply using 2-3 glasses of water every 1-2 weeks .

Generalities Welwitschia mirabilis
The development of the the Welwitschia mirabilis is This plant in the winter assumes a green colouring; it is small in size and can reach 50 cm high. It keeps its leaves in the winter. The Welwitschia mirabilis develops like a perennial herb.

Exposure Welwitschia mirabilis
For a balanced development, it is best to position the the Welwitschia mirabilis in a place where it is exposed to at least a few hours of direct sunlight. Usually during the coldest periods of the year the aerial part of these plants dries; it will begin to develop again the spring after.The Welwitschia mirabilis needs a minimum temperature superior to 15°C, during this time of the year it is best to check the night temperatures before setting it outside.

Watering Welwitschia mirabilis
We suggest watering these plants only from time to time, but we must remember to wet the soil deeply using 2-3 glasses of water every 1-2 weeks . Generally during the period of vegetatational rest it isn't necessary to water our perennial plants, which in many cases lose their aerial part.

Treatments Welwitschia mirabilis
The spring weather, with a high temperature swing between the day and night hours, and pretty frequent rains, can favour the development of fungus diseases, which should be treated pre-emptively with a systemic fungicide, to use before the gems grow excessively; at the end of the winter we also suggest a wide range insecticide to prevent the attack of aphids and cochineals. We should always remember to do these treatments when there aren't flowerings in the garden.

Soil Welwitschia mirabilis
Grow these perennial plants in a very well drained substratum.

Climate peat sand Soil Pumice Bark S. Organic alpine 5 1 4 0 0 1 continental 4 2 4 0 0 1 mediterranean 3 3 4 0 0 1

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Notes Welwitschia mirabilis
There aren't any notes. The indications given in this article are related to a medium size plant.

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

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