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How to grow and care for Polemonium reptans

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Polemonium reptans 101 - Plant Care Instructions

Bright direct

16C° ~24C°

Every 7 days

Water

How to water Polemonium reptans

How often should I water?

check Polemonium reptans 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

When is the Dormant period

it goes into dormancy in the Winter. during the period, 1.5~2x the watering interval you use in the warm season.

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Light & Location

How much light does a Polemonium reptans need?

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Bright direct

Bright indirect

Medium

Grow light

Low

Light preference

Polemonium reptans likes Bright indirect light, Grow light, Bright direct light, Medium light, Low light day. The brighter the space, the better this plant grows.

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This plant prefers
500 ~ 20K lux to thrive!

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20K~

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20K

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Temperature

Natural habitat

-27

-27~35℃

45

Houseplant temperate preference

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16~24℃

45

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

Humidity

Houseplant temperate preference

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40~70%

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Polemonium reptans prefers humidity about 40~70%. If necessary, increase humidity by misting, humidifier.

Fertilize

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

Characteristic NameCharacteristic Value
LifespanPerennial
Hardiness Zone3 - 9

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