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Does lead root need regular watering and does it tolerate lime water?

Its lush growth paired with its multitude of evergreen leaves requires a regular supply of water. Pour yours Lead rootwhen the top layer of its soil has dried out. The substrate should be kept moderately dry to slightly moist. Only such a milieu ensures that many flowers will develop.

Waterlogging should be avoided, however, because lead root does not get this at all. In addition, make sure not to wet the leaves with water, but always pour them onto the root area. Lime-free or lime-free water should preferably be used.

What must be considered when fertilizing?

In its main vegetation period between April and September, lead root is dependent on plenty of nutrients. Fertilize Apply liquid fertilizer every 1 to 2 weeks. A potash-based fertilizer would be ideal.

Which place is suitable for wintering?

Because this tropical plant is not hardy it should be overwintered:

• either: light, cool (approx. 8 ° C) winter quarters
• or: dark, frost-free winter quarters
• pour little
• do not fertilize

Are there specific diseases and pests that can be dangerous?

House plants are often attacked by pests and so is lead root, especially in winter. Aphids often appear, but also Spider mites can weaken him. The gray mold deserves particular mention in terms of diseases.

How and when are the shoots cut?

It is not uncommon for lead root to proliferate. It grows very quickly when it is in the right place. Therefore, regular pruning is more than appropriate. Before wintering and if necessary In addition, in spring it should be cut down by half or to a height of 15 to 20 cm.

Keep the following points in mind when Cut :

• blossoms on the new wood
• Remove weak, diseased and too old shoots
• in summer if necessary thin out
• Cutting off seed heads stimulates renewed flowering