florist's cineraria
Pericallis hybrida
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Average
Hardiness Zone:
9 - 11
Flowers:
Many colors, often bicolors Flowers
Sun:
full sun,part sun/part shade
Leaf:
Yes
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
High
Tropical:
Yes
Indoors:
Yes
watering
Florist's cineraria is a tropical plant native to Madeira, Portugal and the Canary Islands. It is best to water this plant species sparingly as it does not like to remain consistently wet. A weekly, deep watering is sufficient for this plant species, allowing the top 1-2 inches of soil to dry before watering. The amount of water should be sufficient to thoroughly moisten the soil, ensuring any excess water can readily drain away. If you notice wilting or yellowing of leaves, water the plant more often.
sunlight
Florist's cineraria requires plenty of bright and direct sunlight to thrive. It should get at least 6 hours of sunlight each day, and this should be in the morning or around midday when the sun is strongest. The plant should also be shielded from strong afternoon sunlight in order to prevent the leaves from wilting.
pruning
Pruning for a florist's cineraria should take place when the plant is actively growing, usually between late spring and early summer. Pruning for this plant should be done lightly, with no more than 1/3 of the plant being cut back. This will help encourage bushy, compact growth. It is also important to follow up pruning with fertilizing so that the plant can regrow with good strength.
