Carefully select large foliage plants
Ming Aralia (Polyscias fruticosa (L.) Harm)
Japanese Forest Tree Care Tips
Drenching – When the mud is dry, it will be completely wet
Planting Japanese forest trees does not need to be watered every day, about once a week is enough, and it can be thinned again in winter. If you don’t know how to drench water, you can use wooden chopsticks to insert them into the mud surface about one or two inches deep, and then draw them back to check if there are any obvious water stains. If you have one, you can wait for more than one burst of water first. If the chopsticks are dry, you can pour water; Every time you pour water, you should pour it down to the bottom of the pot to allow water to flow out.
Sunlight – For easier care, avoid direct sunlight
Although Japanese forest trees love sunlight and tolerate high temperatures, they have limited water storage due to the limited soil used in potted plants. On the one hand, the number of times of watering should be increased, and if you don’t remember to drench the water, you will quickly dry the leaves. Therefore, sufficient scattered light is suitable for forest trees. Of course, for Mori Shuyi, the more light the better. If you put the forest tree outdoors in a potted plant, you can consider placing the Japanese forest tree in an indoor place with scattered light when the sun is at its strongest, and then put it outside for 2-3 hours at your leisure.
Temperature – Hong Kong should be aware of the cold snap in winter
Japanese forest trees are more tolerant to high temperatures and droughts, and prefer a warm environment, so they are the most suitable growing seasons in spring and summer. Nowadays, in Hong Kong, winters are generally above 12 degrees, which is not a big problem, but once the temperature is lower than 12 degrees, it is necessary to consider placing the forest trees in a warmer and wind-protected location to avoid frostbite on the rhizomes or leaves.
Fertiliser – The frequency follows the instructions of the return package, and the portion size can be halved
The Japanese forest tree does not have a large demand for fertilizer, and the number of fertilization applications can be followed according to the instructions on the package, but in order to reduce the chance of root burning, the amount of fertilizer can be halved each time. If you use succulent plant fertilizer, you can reduce it by half. Since the growing season is mainly spring and summer, fertilizer can be stopped when it starts to cool down in autumn, and it can be fertilized again when the flowers bloom in spring next year. Since the fertilizer needs to be watered after falling, it is more convenient to clip back the fertilizer that needs to be drenched on the days when it needs to be watered.
Appearance – If you want it to look good, you can trim it regularly
The foliage of Japanese forest trees is relatively lush, and there may be some dead branches and leaves that are blocked. You need to gently separate the leaves and check for yellow/dried parts. New branches will grow from the top/side of the stem, and they will be softer at first, so you don’t think you will be cut away from the dead branches…
Polyscias fruticosa
$1,880.00
Olive tree Olea europea
Olive tree care tips
Watering – It is safe to drench once every two or three days in summer
On the one hand, olive trees consume a lot of water on the other hand, and on the other hand, they are not easy to rot their roots, even if they are drenched in summer, after a day or two, the pot has become much lighter, and once the water is out of water, the leaves will be thrown off quickly, and there is a chance that new leaves will be born in situ, and some stems will be exposed. As long as the medium is reasonably drained and there is a drainage hole at the bottom of the pot, it is generally good to rot the roots. Due to the lack of water, the leaves will be thrown quickly, and sometimes the weather is hot and sunny, and it is better to drench more water than less water.
Sunlight – Full sunlight is ideal, but indoor is not difficult
He likes to play games with the sunshine, but if he doesn’t talk to the sunshine, he won’t lose his temper, and of course he will inevitably be born slowly. According to the guests’ presentations, it is easy to grow both indoors and outdoors.
Temperature – There is no major problem in Hong Kong in all seasons
Empirically, I really have no impression that I have seen olives have problems because they are too hot in summer and too cold in winter.
Fertiliser – The frequency follows the instructions of the return package, and the portion size can be halved
Generally, the frequency of fertiliser application can be as indicated on the package, but in order to reduce the chance of root burning, the amount of fertiliser can be halved each time. If you use succulent plant fertilizer, you can reduce it by half. Since the growing season is mainly spring and summer, fertilizer can be stopped when it starts to cool down in autumn, and it can be fertilized again when the flowers bloom in spring next year. Since the fertilizer needs to be watered after falling, it is more convenient to clip back the fertilizer that needs to be drenched on the days when it needs to be watered.
Olive tree
$800.00Sea grape Coccoloba uvifera
Sea grape care tips
Native to tropical America and stretching from South America to southern Florida, this large shrub is colloquially known for its propensity to grow along its coastlines. Although they can be up to 25 feet long, this fast-growing shrub is typically only about 10 feet tall in a garden. It can be grown indoors as a seedling and then moved into the garden when it matures, making it a popular ornamental plant in Florida and the Caribbean islands.
Scientific name: Coccoloba uvifera
Common names: sea grape, bush grape
Plant type: evergreen shrub
Mature size: 10-30 feet
Sunshine demand: full sunshine to half sunshine
Soil type: Ideal for sandy soils
Soil pH: 5.8-8
Flowering time: late summer
Flower color: The white flowers turn into purple fruits when ripe
Origin: Caribbean and southern Florida
nursing
Sea grapes are dioecious, meaning that both male and female flowers grow on a single plant and can self-pollinate. Its leaves are dark green and shiny, about 6 to 10 inches long, turning orange as they ripen and eventually falling off. The most distinctive feature of sea grapes is the clusters of their fruits, which turn from green to purple and droop during the growing season. Due to its tolerance to wind and salt, this is a very popular plant that grows along the tropical coast and can be pruned into an ornamental shrub, not to mention its delicious fruit.
Sea grapes are rarely bothered by pests and may occasionally be attacked by the sea grape codling moth, a native moth that eats branches and twigs.
illumination
Sea grapes love plenty of sun, but they also tolerate shade.
moisture content
Sea grapes are drought tolerant, but if planted in containers, they should be given water; Once transplanted to the ground, you don’t need irrigation as long as you live in a tropical area with a lot of rainfall, but regular watering can help it grow more fully.
Temperature and wet seed
Sea grapes need a warm climate, it is not frost tolerant, and temperatures below 32 degrees Celsius can cause damage to it and even lead to death.
manure
If planted in soil with low nutrient levels, complete fertilizers such as 8-8-8 can be used, but typically, sea grapes do not need regular fertilization to thrive.
Coccoloba uvifera
$1,380.00
Ficus pandurata
Ficus care tips
Light: Ficus needs bright, filtered light to thrive. In a dimly lit environment, its state deteriorates rapidly. Please place the plant near a window with indirect sunlight.
Watering: Keep the soil evenly moist at all times. Water about 2-3 times a week, but avoid overwatering or soaking the plants in water. Make sure there are drainage holes in the bottom of the basin to prevent water accumulation.
Fertilization: Fertilization is carried out every two weeks during the growing season using a diluted solution of liquid fertilizer of green plants. Please make an appropriate dilution according to the instructions on the fertilizer package.
Change the potting soil: Repot the ficus into a larger pot every year. This plant grows very large by nature, so it needs enough height and space for the roots to extend.
Other precautions: Many people will notice brown spots or leaf loss on their ficus leaves. These characteristics are natural phenomena during the maturation of plants, as long as they do not appear excessively. The plant has resin that turns brown when exposed to air, including leaves. Excessive leaf litter and shedding can also be due to poor indoor air circulation and lack of humidity; So be aware of that. At some point each month, be sure to water thoroughly to wash the soil of any salt, toxins, or impurities that have built up. Ficus ficus is very sensitive to chemicals. If pests appear, use an insecticide with a minimum chemical component.