Temperature | Ideal is 55°-65° F. |
Light | Partially shaded. Avoid direct sunlight. |
Water | Keep soil moist but do not over water. |
Fertilizer | Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer during blooming. |
Soil | Sandy, well draining soil. |
USDA Zone(s) | Zone 10-11. Click here for a zone map. |
Availability | June - October |
After Care
Pincushion plants are an excellent choice for growing in containers. If they are grown as house plants they enjoy spending their summer months outside in a sunny location, but must be moved back indoors before the temperature drops below 55 degrees F. It should be kept in a sunny location with a room temperature of 55-65 degrees. When active growth slows during the winter, watering should be cut back. Never allow the pot to stand in water. Source: The Garden Helper, http://www.thegardenhelper.com/nertera.html, House Plants Expert, https://www.houseplantsexpert.com/coral-bead-plant.html