Fittonia ‘Lemon’

Description

🌿 Fittonia Lemon Care Guide

☀️ Light

• Prefers bright, indirect light
• Can tolerate medium light
• Avoid direct sunlight — leaves scorch quickly

Tip: Low light = dull color

💧 Watering

• Keep soil consistently moist, not soggy
• Water as soon as the top soil feels slightly dry
• Never let soil dry out completely (it will faint dramatically 😅)

🌡 Temperature & Humidity

• Ideal temperature: 18–28°C
• Keep away from cold drafts & AC
• Needs high humidity (very important!)
  • Mist regularly
  • Use pebble tray or humidifier
  • Great for terrariums & bathrooms

🌱 Soil & Pot

• Use a light, well-draining but moisture-retentive mix
  • Cocopeat + compost + perlite
• Pot must have drainage holes

🌼 Fertilizer

• Feed every 3–4 weeks in spring & summer
• Use diluted liquid fertilizer
• Stop feeding in winter

✂️ Maintenance

• Pinch tips to keep plant bushy
• Remove yellow or wilted leaves
• Clean leaves gently with a soft cloth

🐛 Common Problems & Fixes

⭐ Why Fittonia Lemon?

✔ Stunning lemon-green veins
✔ Perfect for indoor décor & terrariums
✔ Compact and colorful
✔ Excellent table-top plant