leopard plant

Leopard Plant (Farfugium japonicum) should be watered thoroughly when the soil begins to feel dry about 1 inch below the soil surface. During the summer months, Leopard Plant should be watered every 1-2 weeks depending on the weather conditions. When the plant is actively growing, make sure you water it more frequently. During the cooler winter months, water the plant about every 2-4 weeks. Never allow the soil to be completely dried out and during the hot summer months, it may be necessary to water the plant a bit more often. Make sure to thoroughly saturate the soil with water and keep in mind that Leopard Plant is more prone to fungal diseases if the soil is kept too wet.

Leopard plants need full sun to partial shade and will not do well in full shade. It is best to provide them with at least 4 hours of sun exposure each day, with a portion of the sun exposure being direct. If the plant is located indoors, place near an east facing window that receives morning sun. To ensure maximum growth, rotate the plant so the entire plant receives some sun exposure.

The Leopard Plant (Farfugium japonicum) is a low-maintenance perennial that is great for adding texture and color to any garden. Pruning can be done in early spring or late winter before the new growth starts to emerge. Depending on the size of the plant, light to moderate pruning can be done. By removing any dead, damaged, or diseased foliage, it will encourage new growth to appear and give the plant a fuller look. When pruning the Leopard Plant, take care not to remove too much of the foliage as this could stress the plant and cause it to become unhealthy. Pruning should also concentrate on aerial parts of the plant; any pruning done to the root of the plant should be minimal. Once the plant has grown to the desired shape, continue to prune as needed to maintain the desired size and shape.