How to grow and care for Pinguicula esseriana

plant care guide about watering, fertilizing, trimming, repotting, cutting, propagating Pinguicula esseriana

Pinguicula esseriana 101 - Plant Care Instructions

Medium

16C° ~24C°

Every 7 days

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How to water Pinguicula esseriana

How often should I water?

check Pinguicula esseriana 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 Pinguicula esseriana need?

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Medium

Grow light

Low

Light preference

Pinguicula esseriana likes Medium, Low, Grow light day. The brighter the space, the better this plant grows.

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This plant prefers
500 ~ 2K lux to thrive!

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20K~

500

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Temperature

Natural habitat

-15

13~40℃

45

Houseplants

-15

16~24℃

45

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

Humidity

Ideal humidity

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40~70%

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Pinguicula esseriana prefers humidity about 40~70%. If necessary, increase humidity by misting, humidifier.

Fertilize

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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

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