Anthurium Purple

Description

 

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🌺 Light

• Prefers bright, indirect sunlight
• Avoid direct sun (causes leaf burn)
• Too little light = fewer flowers

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💧 Watering

• Water when top 2–3 cm soil feels dry
• Keep soil slightly moist, not soggy
• Always drain excess water
• Use filtered or rainwater if possible

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🌫 Humidity

• Likes high humidity (60–80%)
• Mist leaves 2–3 times a week
• Place near humidifier or pebble tray

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🌡 Temperature

• Ideal range: 20–28°C
• Protect from cold air and AC
• Avoid below 16°C

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🌿 Soil / Potting Mix

Use a loose, airy mix:

• Cocopeat / peat moss
• Orchid bark / charcoal
• Perlite / sand
• Compost / vermicompost

(Should drain well like orchid mix)

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🌼 Fertilizer

• Feed every 2 weeks in growing season
• Use balanced liquid fertilizer (NPK 19-19-19) at half strength
• For more blooms: use high phosphorus once a month

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✂️ Pruning & Care

• Remove old flowers and yellow leaves
• Wipe leaves gently for shine
• Repot every 2 years

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🌸 Flowering Tips

✔ Bright light
✔ Warm temperature
✔ Regular feeding
✔ Good humidity

→ These help produce deep purple, long-lasting spathes

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🐛 Common Problems

Issue	Cause	Solution
No flowers	Low light / no fertilizer	Increase light & feed
Yellow leaves	Overwatering	Improve drainage
Brown tips	Dry air / salts	Increase humidity, flush soil
Small flowers	Weak nutrition	Feed regularly

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⚠️ Note

• Anthurium is toxic if ingested (keep away from pets/children)

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🌟 Bonus Tip (For Business Display)

For showroom-quality plants at Alans Garden:

• Keep near bright windows
• Use glossy leaf spray once a month
• Rotate weekly for uniform growth

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