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How to grow and care for Phlox amabilis Brand

plant care guide about watering, fertilizing, trimming, repotting, cutting, propagating Phlox amabilis Brand

Phlox amabilis Brand 101 - Plant Care Instructions

Bright direct light

16C° ~24C°

Every 7 days

Botany Encyclopedia

Genus : Phlox

🏝️ Habitat Conditions

This plant primarily grows in North America. Some species thrive in rainforests, while others grow in grasslands, so the growing conditions vary slightly depending on the species.

🪨 Soil Mix

When planting in the yard, ensure proper drainage to prevent water pooling. It's important to plant in well-draining soil. A common mix is 40% potting soil, 20% bark, 20% leaf mold, 10% perlite, and 10% humus. However, the ratio may vary depending on conditions and environment.

🌡️ Environment

Maintain daytime temperatures between 21-23°C and nighttime temperatures between 15-18°C. Some types can withstand winter outdoors. Although leaves may fall in winter, the roots remain alive, allowing new leaves to emerge in spring. Trim the plant to leave about 3-7 cm before frost to help it survive winter. Keep humidity at 40-60%. It's best to grow in an environment with good air circulation due to the numerous stems. Poor air circulation can lead to mold growth.

☀️ Light

Plants thrive with plenty of light, but they also grow well in indirect light.

💧 Water

When the surface soil dries, water the plant immediately. This plant is sensitive to dryness, so it's good to check the soil condition frequently. Be careful not to let water touch the flowers, as it can damage them.

🌱 Propagate

Dividing the plant or propagating through stem cuttings is typically done every 2-3 years in spring. For stem cuttings: 1. If using water propagation, avoid transparent containers. Place the stem in water, and once roots appear, add hydroponic fertilizer. When roots are 5-7 cm long, transfer to soil. 2. For soil propagation, plant the cutting deeply in soil without fertilizer. After propagation, avoid exposing the plant to bright light. Gradually increase light exposure to help it adapt to gentle light. Maintain high humidity and keep the temperature between 18-22°C.

🪴 Repot

Repot every 2-3 years in spring for healthy growth, as it is not a fast-growing plant. It's also beneficial to divide and propagate during repotting.

💊 Fertilize

Using fertilizer at the recommended amount in spring before the flowers bloom can lead to more vigorous growth.

🌺 Flower

Typically, when sowing seeds in the fall, flowers do not bloom in the first year but will bloom the following year. The flowering period is in the summer (June to September). If the flowers wilt, cutting the flower stalk can stimulate the growth of new stalks, allowing more flowers to bloom.

😵 Toxicity

Non-toxic and safe for pets and children.

water

How to water Phlox amabilis Brand

How often should I water?

check Phlox amabilis Brand Every 7 days if it needs water when it’s very cold (below 5℃), water less frequently

When do I need to water?

the top 2-3 inches of soil is dry

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Light & Location

How much light does a Phlox amabilis Brand need?

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Bright direct light

Grow light

Light preference

Phlox amabilis Brand likes Bright direct light, Grow light day. The brighter the space, the better this plant grows.

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This plant prefers
2K ~ 20K lux to thrive!

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20K~

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20K

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Temperature

Natural habitat

-15

3~35℃

45

Houseplants

-15

16~24℃

45

Plants that grow in the wild and those that grow indoors prefer different temperatures. If you grow Phlox amabilis Brand at home, make sure the temperature is 16~24℃.

Humidity

Ideal humidity

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40~70%

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Phlox amabilis Brand prefers humidity about 40~70%. If necessary, increase humidity by misting, humidifier.

Fertilize

Collective Knowhow

When should I fertilize?

Only when your plant is healthy

How frequently should I fertilize?

1-2 times in growing season. A pinch for a small pot.

Characteristic

The taxonomic classification of Phlox amabilis Brand is as follows. - Kingdom: Plantae, Phylum: Tracheophyta, Class: Magnoliopsida, Order: Ericales, Family: Polemoniaceae, Genus: Phlox, Species: Phlox amabilis

Characteristic NameCharacteristic Value
Hardiness Zone3 - 8
Taxonomy
Taxonomy NameTaxonomy Value
PhylumTracheophyta
ClassMagnoliopsida
OrderEricales
FamilyPolemoniaceae
GenusPhlox
SpeciesPhlox amabilis

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