Adenium (Desert Rose) – Colour Unknown

Description

Here’s a complete care guide for Adenium (Desert Rose) — a striking succulent-like flowering plant that thrives with bright light and careful watering.

 

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🌞 Light

• Full sun = best: at least 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily.
• In hot climates, morning sun + some afternoon shade prevents leaf scorch.

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🌡 Temperature

• Warm-loving: ideal 20–35 °C (68–95 °F).
• Protect from cold below 10–12 °C (50–54 °F).
• Indoors in cool seasons is great.

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💧 Watering

• Water deeply but infrequently.
• Let top 2–3 cm (1 in) of soil dry before watering again.
• Overwatering → root rot (very common).
• Dormant/winter: cut way back — only mist or minimal water.

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🪴 Soil

• Use very well-draining mix. A succulent/cactus mix is ideal.
• DIY mix ideas:
  • 50–70% inorganic (perlite, pumice, coarse sand)
  • 30–50% organic (potting soil)
• Good drainage = life for Adenium.

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🌿 Fertilizing

• During active growth (spring–summer):
  • Feed every 4–6 weeks with balanced liquid fertilizer (e.g., 10-10-10) diluted to ½ strength.
• Stop or reduce feeding in fall/winter.

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✂️ Pruning & Shaping

• Prune in spring to:
  • encourage branching,
  • shape plant,
  • remove dead stems.
• Always use clean, sharp tools.

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🌬 Air & Humidity

• Likes good airflow.
• Average humidity is fine — no need for misting.

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🪹 Repotting

• Repot every 1–2 years in spring:
  • fresh soil,
  • slightly larger pot,
  • check for root health.

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🐛 Common Problems & Fixes

Problem	Likely Cause	Fix
Yellowing leaves / dropping	Overwatering	Reduce water, improve drainage
No flowers	Too little light	Add more direct sunlight
Soft stem/rot	Wet soil	Cut back watering, repot in dry mix
Pests (aphids/mites)	Infestation	Clean leaves, use mild insecticidal soap

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📌 Quick Daily/Weekly Checklist

✔ Sun exposure
✔ Soil dryness (don’t water if wet)
✔ Check pot drainage hole clear
✔ Look for pests or shriveled leaves

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