water chestnut
Pachira aquatica 'Lemon Blush'
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Frequent
Propagation:
Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
10 - 12
Flowers:
Yellowish-white with red-tipped stamens Flowers
Sun:
full sun,part sun/part shade
Soil:
Humus rich, Well-drained
Fruits:
green,yellow Fruits Ready In Summer
Edible:
Yes
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green,red,yellow,pink
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Maintenance:
Moderate
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Tropical:
Yes
Indoors:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Water chestnut (Pachira aquatica 'Lemon Blush') should be watered 1-2 times per week or when the soil begins to dry out. Do not water until the top 2 inches of soil are dry. When watering your water chestnut (Pachira aquatica 'Lemon Blush'), ensure the soil is kept evenly moist. If needed, water your plant deeply, applying the water at the tree's trunk and allowing it to flood out to the roots. Allow the excess water to drain away after each watering.
sunlight
Water chestnut (Pachira aquatica 'Lemon Blush') is an ideal tropical plant in humid climates, and as such, it benefits from plenty of sunshine. To ensure adequate sunlight for water chestnut, it should be exposed to direct sunlight for at least 6 hours every day. During the hottest months, exposure to direct sunlight should be reduced to avoid foliage and foliage damage. When the temperature drops during the winter months, water chestnut can withstand exposure to direct sunlight for up to 8 hours a day.
pruning
Water chestnut (Pachira aquatica 'Lemon Blush') should be pruned once a year, in spring and summer. Pruning should be done very carefully as it is a very delicate plant. You should trim back the lower leaves and stems that are crossing over each other or resembling a mound. Cut back any dead or damaged foliage to promote healthy growth. Lastly, prune any stems that are leggy or becoming too long. In doing so, the plant will remain healthy and maintain its size and shape.
