gaga-imo

Gaga-imo (Metaplexis japonica) requires regular watering while it is actively growing. During the summer months, water the plant every 4-5 days, providing enough water so it penetrates the soil around the roots. In the winter, water slightly less often every 6-7 days. Make sure the top 1-2 inches of soil are dry before watering again. During the summer months, the plant may need extra water in very hot or dry weather. The plant benefits from being misted with water once per week throughout the year.

Gaga-imo (Metaplexis japonica), a species of creeping plant indigenous to East Asia, requires full sunlight to thrive. Depending on the climate, the plant should receive 8-10 hours of direct sunlight every day. In temperate climates, such as those found in Japan, optimal sunlight exposure should occur between 10am-6pm. In tropical climates, Gaga-imo should receive sunlight between 8am-4pm to ensure optimal growth. During the summer months, the plant should be given additional shade to prevent scorching or burning. In order for Gaga-imo to receive the direct sunlight it needs, the area it is planted in should be sheltered from wind and other sources of foliage. Additionally, it is important to pay attention to the intensity of the sunlight, as too much can cause harm to the plant.

Gaga-imo (Metaplexis japonica) plants should be pruned twice a year, once in spring and then again in late summer. Pruning in the spring should be done after the last frost to encourage new growth. During the spring pruning, any dead branches should be removed, as well as any branches that are growing in an awkward direction or are too close to a neighboring plant. From the main branches, you should also remove some of the weak new shoots and dead leaves. Late summer pruning helps to shape the plant and promote branching, as well as help to prepare the plant for winter. During the late summer pruning, carefully remove any shoots that grew out of the main branches so that you can create an even shape for the tree. This is also the time to prune off any broken or unhealthy branches. Pruning should be done lightly and always avoid pruning more than a third of the branches in 1 session.