HEADQUARTERS:TRADESCANTIA NANOUK
Introduction
Tradescantia Nanouk is a variety of Spectacular tradescantia with its leaves rose stries, green and white.
It came from'a specific selection programme to create robust plants and aesthetically jokes for l'interior.
The tradescantia are native d'South America, these plants are suitable for various environments'internal ease d'maintenance and their rapid growth.
Characteristics
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Common name: Tradescantia 'Nanouk'
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Scientific name: Tradescantia albiflora 'Nanouk'
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Family: Aslinaceae
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Origin: Horticultural creation
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Name:Misery
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Flower colour: Pale pink
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Flowering period: Spring to summer
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Ideal temperature: 15-25°C
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Hygrometry: Moderate
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Type of vegetation: Vivace
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Type of foliage: Persistent
Did you know that ?
Tradescantia Nanouk has been specially designed for its robustness and its bright colors.
It is the result d'a genetic selection to create a plant d'ideal interior, combining ease d'outstanding maintenance and aesthetics.
Its ability to s'adapt to various light conditions makes it a popular option for plant lovers.
HOW TO TAKE CARE D'A TRADESCANTIA NANOUK? IN BRIEF
Light:
Bright but indirect light. Focus still a beautiful exhibition.
Water:
Water only when the substrate is dry in depth. Avoid especially l'excess d'water.
Tradescantia nanouk can withstand drying for several days without any problems.
Temperature:
Ideally between 15°C and 25°C.
WHAT TYPE OF SOIL FOR TRADESCANTIA ?
Tradescantia thrive in a mixture of well drained soil, enriched with organic matter.
An ideal mixture could be composed of rich french soili of essential nutrients and perlite to ensure good drainage while retaining'moisture required.
L'addition of well decomposed compost can provide additional nutrition.
Make sure the pot has several drainage holes to avoid the risk of root rot.
We advise you to'useOur "Universal substrate " to answer perfectly to the existence of Tradescantia Nanouk
HOW TO ARROW A NANOUK ?
Watering a Tradescantia Nanouk requires a moderate approach to avoid l'excess d'water.
In summer, active growth period, water the plant when the substrate is deep dry. Make sure'it is dry several centimetres below the surface of the ground.
In winter, reduce drastically the frequency d'watering, allowing the substrate to dry completely and for several weeks between waterings.
L'use d'water ambient temperature is better to avoid shocking sensitive roots.
A good rule is to check l'substrate moisture once a week and d'adjust your watering according to the temperature and light conditions of your interior.
Make sure you don't never leave the plant in l'stagnating water, as this could lead to root rot.
HOW TO BUY A TRADESCANTIA NANOUK ?
To cut your Tradescantia Nanouk, choose a healthy stem with at least two knots.
Cut right below d'a knot with a clean and sharp secator.
You can remove the lower leaves to prevent'they do not soak in l'water or soil, which could promote rot.
For cuttings in l'water, place the rod in a filled container'water ensuring that the knots are immersed.
Change l'water every week to avoid development d'algae.
If you prefer cutting directly into the soil, use a light and well drained mixture, plant the stem in s'ensuring that the knots are buried.
Keep the soil slightly moist but not wet, and place the cutting in a warm place with indirect light. Roots should appear within 2-3 weeks.
HOW TO PREVENTE AND TREAT THE NISIBLE ?
Tradescantias are likely to'Be attacked by aphids, mites and sometimes cochenilles.
Preventing infestations maintaining a good circulation'air around the plant and avoiding l'excessive humidity.
Inspect regularly the underside of the leaves and between the stems to detect early signs of'infestation.
If pests occur, isolate the plant infested to prevent spread to nearby plants.
A gentle treatment can be carried out by cleaning the leaves with a cotton swab'rubbing alcohol or applying diluted biological insecticide soap. There are many recipes based on black soap.
OUR ADVICE:
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Favour light exposure but without direct sun.
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Let the substrate dry deep between waterings.
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Avoid temperatures below 10°C.
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Fertilize moderate during the growth period.
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Perform regular cuttings to revitalize the plant and promote dense growth.
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Inspect regularly to prevent harmful attacks.
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Use a transparent holed jar with our Universal substrate for good drainage.
