Maintenance sheet:Tradescantia Nanouk
Introduction
The Tradescantia Nanouk is a variety of Spectacular tradescantia thanks to his leaves strings of rose, green and white.
It comes from'a specific selection program to create robust plants and aesthetically pleasant for'inside.
Tradescantia are native of'South america, these plants are adapted to various environments of'interior thanks to their ease of'maintenance and their rapid growth.
Features
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Common name: Tradescantia 'Nanouk'
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Scientific name: Tradescantia Albiflora 'Nanouk'
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Family: Commelinaceae
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Origin: Horticultural creation
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Nickname:Misery
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Color of the flower: Pale pink
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Flowering period: Spring summer
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Ideal temperature: 15-25 ° C
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Hygrometry: Moderate
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Type of vegetation: Perennial
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Type of foliage: Persistent
Did you know ?
The Tradescantia Nanouk has been specially designed for its robustness and his bright colors.
It is the result of'a genetic selection aimed at creating a plant d'ideal interior, combining ease of'maintenance and remarkable aesthetics.
His ability to s'adapt to various light conditions in fact a popular option for plant lovers.
How to take care of'A tradescantia Nanouk? | In short
Light:
Live but indirect light. Privilégiez all the same a beautiful exhibition.
Water:
Water only when the substrate is dry in depth. Avoid most of the'excess of'water.
The Tradescantia Nanouk can support to dry for several days without any problem.
Temperature:
Ideally between 15 ° C and 25 ° C.
What kind of soil for Tradescantia ?
Tradescantia thrive in a mix of well-drained soil, enriched with organic matter.
An ideal mix could be composed of enriched French soili essential nutrients and perlite to ensure good drainage while holding back'humidity necessary.
THE'adding well decomposed compost can provide additional nutrition.
Make sure that the pot has several drainage holes to avoid the risk of root rot.
We advise you to'utilizeOur "Universal substrate "Who will answer perfectly to the existences of tradescantia Nanouk
How to water a Nanouk ?
Sprinkling a tradescantia Nanouk requires a moderate approach to avoid'excess of'water.
In summer, active growth period, sprinkle the plant when the substrate is dry in depth. Make sure'it is dry on several centimeters below the ground surface.
In winter, drastically reduce the frequency of'watering, allowing the substrate to dry completely and for several weeks between the watering.
THE'use'water ambient temperature is preferable to avoid shocking sensitive roots.
A good rule is to check the'moisture of the substrate once a week and d'adjust your watering according to the temperature and light conditions of your interior.
Make sure ever leave the plant in the'backwater, because it could cause root rot.
How to cost a Nanouk tradescantia ?
To store your tradescantia Nanouk, choose a healthy rod with at least two nodes.
Cut just below of'a knot with a clean and sharp secateur.
You can lower the lower leaves to prevent'they do not soak in the'water or soil, which could favor rot.
For cuttings in the'water, place the rod in a filled container'water making sure that the nodes are immersed.
Change the'water every week to avoid the development of'algae.
If you prefer to cut directly into the soil, use a light and well-drained mixture, plant the stem'ensuring that the nodes are buried.
Keep the soil slightly wet but not soggy, and place the cutting in a warm place with indirect light. The roots should appear within 2 to 3 weeks.
How to prevent and treat pests ?
Tradescantias are likely to'Be attacked by aphids, mites and sometimes caregiver.
Infestation keeping a good circulation of'air around the plant and avoiding the'excessive moisture.
Inspect regularly the underside of the leaves and between the stems to detect the signs of'infestation.
In case of presence of harmful, isolate the plant infested to prevent propagation with neighboring plants.
Soft treatment can be carried out by cleaning the leaves with a cotton swab soaked'friction alcohol or applying diluted organic insecticide soap. There are many recipes based on black soap.
Here are our expert advice:
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Focus on a bright exhibition but without direct sun.
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Let the substrate dry in depth between the watering.
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Avoid temperatures below 10 ° C.
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Fertilize moderately during the growth period.
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Make regular cutouts to revitalize the plant and promote dense growth.
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Inspect regularly to prevent harmful attacks.
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Use a handy transparent pot with our Universal substrate for a good drainage.
