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Dwarf Lemon Cypress

Light:  Place in a location that receives a lot of light, an east-facing window is best.  Lemon Cypress requires 6-8 hours of direct sun per day, they are not shade tolerant.  Rotate the plant regularly so each side of the plant receives some sun.   Water:  Water regularly whenever the soil is dry, let the top 1 inch of soil dry…

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Euphorbia

Some varieties include:  Milii (Crown of Thorns), Coral Cactus (lactea grafted onto neriifolia)   Light: Best possible light for all species of Euphorbia in winter.  Succulent varieties can tolerate direct sun all year. Avoid direct summer sun for e. pulcherrima (poinsettia).   Water:  Water freely from spring to autumn allowing the soil to dry between waterings. Water sparingly in winter. Temperature: Euphorbia…

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Curcuma

Commonly known as Siam Tulip Light: Place in a bright location with filtered light, avoiding direct sunlight as it can burn the leaves of the plant. Water:  Keep the soil lightly moist during the growing season. Use a pot with a drainage hole to prevent soggy soil.  Use a pebble tray or room humidifier to increase the moisture in the…

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Carnivorous Plant Care

(Sarracenia) Light: Carnivorous plants should be placed in good bright light with or without direct sun, but not direct summer sun during the hottest part of the day. Water:  Water regularly from spring to autumn keeping the soil constantly wet, water more sparingly in the winter.  Mist the leaves regularly and try to maintain a humid atmosphere around the plant.  …

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Cacti and Succulent Care

Light:  Place cacti and succulents in the best possible light throughout the year, a south-facing window would be ideal.  Continuous hot afternoon sun in summer months can cause discolouration or sun spots so limit direct afternoon sun if this occurs. Water:  Water moderately from spring to autumn using rainwater or distilled water over tap water if possible.  Let the soil…

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