Fittonia (Nerve Plant) – mini Green (bushypot)

Description

🌱 Light

• Prefers bright, indirect light
• Avoid direct sunlight (it burns leaves)
• Can tolerate low light, but colors may fade

💧 Watering

• Keep soil consistently moist, not soggy
• Water when the top soil feels slightly dry
• Don’t let it dry out completely (it wilts quickly)
• Use room-temperature water

🌫 Humidity

• Loves high humidity (60%+)
• Mist regularly
• Place near a humidifier or on a pebble tray
• Great for terrariums

🌡 Temperature

• Ideal: 18–26°C
• Protect from cold drafts and AC
• Avoid temperatures below 15°C

🌿 Soil

• Use well-draining, light potting mix
  (Cocopeat + garden soil + compost works well)
• Pot must have drainage holes

🌼 Fertilizer

• Feed every 2–3 weeks in growing season
• Use liquid fertilizer (half strength)
• Reduce feeding in winter

✂️ Pruning

• Pinch tips regularly for bushy growth
• Remove dry or yellow leaves

🐛 Common Problems

🌟 Extra Tips

• Fittonia may “faint” when dry, but usually recovers after watering 😄
• Best as indoor tabletop, hanging pot, or terrarium plant
• Rotate pot for even growth

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