PetalPal
The white sap is poisonous, and the thorns stick. People, cats, and dogs all need to be careful.
Light
Plenty of sun
Water
Water thoroughly when bone-dry
Temperature
15-32°C, not below 10°C
Feed
Once a month in spring and summer
Do this when you get home
- Put it on the sunniest windowsill
- Water only when the soil is bone-dry. Drier is safer than wetter.
Day to day
- More sun means more flowers
- The white sap that runs when you prune is poisonous. Wear gloves.
Common questions
All the leaves dropped?
Winter was too cold, or you watered too much. Move it somewhere warmer and hold back water.
