More about the plant below:
Soleirolia (Soleirolia soleirolii)
category : potted
position : partial shade, shade
height : up to 10 cm
wintering : room, 5-12oC
reaction soil : slightly acidic, neutral
preferences soil : fertile, well-drained, sandy loam
watering : a lot
color leaves/needles : green, silvery-green, yellow-green
color of flowers : white; inconspicuous
form : sent out
period flowering : May-October
seed : -
reproduction:division, shoot cuttings
persistence leaves : evergreen
application : rooms
pace of growth : fast
Solejrolia - silhouetteStand for solejrolySolejrolia - irrigationFertilization of solejrolyTransplanting solejrolySolejrolia - protectionAdviceSolejrolia - silhouette
In Mediterranean countries, solejrolia grows commonly as a ground cover in luminous forests or shady rocky areas.In our climatic conditions it is grown in pots as an attractive pillow plant.
Stand for solejroly
Solejrolia should be grown in a bright position, but not exposed to direct sunlight, because only then it does not lose its leaves and maintains a compact habit.Optimal development conditions are on the airy, cool windowsill with eastern exposure.
Solejrolia - irrigation
The root ball must never completely dry out, because the lack of water also causes the leaves to dry up.These, in turn, are the main ornaments of plants. Solejroly should be watered moderately, but regularly, preferably through the stands, because then it is possible to prevent the formation of unsightly bald spots in the green cushions.
Solejroly fertilization
Solejrolia is supplied once a week with a standard fertilizer for deciduous plants.
Transplanting solejroly
Older specimens weaken and lose their dynamics of development, they also have a gradual loss of leaves, so plants should be regularly rejuvenated by dividing the root ball.It's also a way to get new plants.The best time to divide is spring and summer.
Solejrolia - protection
If the temperature is too high, the shoots will go limp and take an extraordinary length.
Tip
Solejrolia can be grown in a hanging basket, then it will have an impressive hanging habit.
