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How to grow and care for Polygala vulgaris Desf.

plant care guide about watering, fertilizing, trimming, repotting, cutting, propagating Polygala vulgaris Desf., Cross flower

Polygala vulgaris Desf. 101 - Plant Care Instructions

Bright direct

16C° ~24C°

Every 7 days

Water

How to water Polygala vulgaris Desf.

How often should I water?

check Polygala vulgaris Desf. 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 Polygala vulgaris Desf. need?

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Bright direct

Grow light

Light preference

Polygala vulgaris Desf. 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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Temperature

Natural habitat

-17

-17~35℃

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Houseplant temperate preference

-15

16~24℃

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

Humidity

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40~70%

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Polygala vulgaris Desf. 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

Polygala vulgaris Desf. is a member of Polygalaceae.

Characteristic NameCharacteristic Value
LifespanPerennial
Hardiness Zone5 - 9
Taxonomy
Taxonomy NameTaxonomy Value
PhylumTracheophyta
ClassMagnoliopsida
OrderFabales
FamilyPolygalaceae
GenusPolygala
SpeciesPolygala rosea

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