Tradescantia is one of the most popular indoor flowers, which stands out from its peers with its beautiful leaves and drooping shoots.
The plant is considered unpretentious, but still requires some care. What kind of care exactly – told the expert of the online publication “BelNovosti”, scientist-agronomist, landscape designer Anastasia Kovrizhnykh .
Priming
To grow a lush tradescantia, you will need to acquire ready-made soil intended for decorative foliage plants.
If you are the owner of variegated varieties of Tradescantia, add more sand.
Temperature
Room temperature is suitable for growing tradescantia. In winter, cooler conditions are allowed, the main thing is not to allow the temperature to drop below 8-12 degrees Celsius.
Lighting
If your Tradescantia has green leaves, leave it in a slightly shaded place. If the plant is variegated, they need bright light (but not direct sunlight).
Humidity
During the summer and during the active growth phase, provide it with moderate watering. Moisten the soil as it dries out.
In winter, tradescantia needs to be watered less frequently.
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Expert: Anastasia Kovrizhnykh
