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Ming aralia

Ming aralia

Polyscias

DifficultyEasy
SeasonYear-round
FoliageA perennial

Meaning

Blessing and good fortune together, plenty of luck

A lucky name, leaves edged in white. A usual gift for a new shop.

Mildly toxic to cats and dogs.

Light

Bright, indirect light

Water

Water when it dries

Temperature

18-30°C, not below 10°C

Feed

Once a month in spring and summer

Do this when you get home

  1. Put it somewhere bright and airy
  2. When the top of the soil is dry, water it through

Day to day

  • It hates cold and being moved. In winter, keep it off a cold window.
  • It likes humid air. Mist often.

Common questions

A lot of leaves dropped?

It got cold, was moved, or was watered too much.

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