The whole plant is toxic to cats and dogs. Don't let pets chew on it.
Light
Bright, indirect light
Water
Keep it slightly moist
Temperature
8-18°C. It hates heat.
Feed
No fertilizer while you're enjoying it
Do this when you get home
- Put it somewhere cool and bright. Next to a heater, the bloom is very short.
- The leaves are big and lose water fast. Water when the soil is dry.
Day to day
- If it goes thirsty, the leaves flop. They stand back up after you water.
- It's an annual. After it finishes, it fades.
Common questions
Little insects on the backs of the leaves?
Usually aphids. Rinse them off with water, or spray diluted soapy water.