How often should it be watered?
The corkscrew rush is originally a swamp plant. Therefore, she prefers wet floors. It can cope with stagnant moisture without any problems - in contrast to most other well-known indoor plants. Don't worry: root rot does not occur here.
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The soil should be kept moist to wet. The earth can dry out briefly. The corkscrew can handle that. In the long run, however, it shouldn't dry out. Remember: you can't water too much, just too little.
Should the corkscrew rush be overwintered?
This pond and houseplant is extremely hardy. It is even evergreen and does not freeze even in pond water. Wintering in the house is not a challenge either. No special measures are required for this.
Does this plant need pruning?
It is not necessary to prune this unusual plant. Only dry leaves should be cut off regularly. The dead stems are then removed in spring. If the plant has grown too big, it should be divided rather than cut back.
Which fertilizer is suitable for this plant?
At the Fertilize usually not much can go wrong. Please note the following:
- has low fertilization requirements
- rather fertilize less than too much
- In winter, one application of fertilizer every 8 weeks is sufficient
- fertilize every 6 weeks from April to September
- Use liquid fertilizer
- Dose weakly fertilizer (less than half of the recommended concentration)
- After repotting or purchase, fertilize for the first time after 2 months
Is the corkscrew rush susceptible to disease or pests?
Diseases of the corkscrew rye occur in the rarest of cases. Even pests find little pleasure in this plant. Still, you shouldn't neglect the maintenance and a good, controlling one eye throw on this usually robust plant.
Tips
It would be ideal if you could water the corkscrew rush every now and then with pond water during indoor culture.
