Planting and Growing apple of Peru
| Care difficulty | 3 / 5 |
|---|---|
| Watering schedule | Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings |
| Sunlight requirements | Full sun · Partial shade |
| Ideal temperature | Information to be completed |
| Soil type | Chalk · Loam · Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid · Alkaline · Neutral |
| Soil moisture | Moist but well drained · Well drained |
| Fertilizing | Balanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer |
| Toxicity | Information to be completed |
How to Water apple of Peru?
Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Learn more →What Are the Sunlight Requirements for apple of Peru?
Full sun · Partial shade
Learn more →What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for apple of Peru?
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Learn more →What Soil Is Best for apple of Peru?
- Soil type
- Chalk · Loam · Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid · Alkaline · Neutral
What Are the Moisture Requirements for apple of Peru?
Moist but well drained · Well drained
Learn more →How to Fertilize apple of Peru?
Balanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
Learn more →How to Prune apple of Peru?
No pruning required; ideal for dried flower arranging
Learn more →How to Propagate apple of Peru?
Propagate by seed at 15°C (59°F) in early spring or in situ in mid-spring; self-seeds freely and has the potential to become a nuisance if left unchecked. See shoo-fly plant for further advice
Learn more →How to Transplant apple of Peru?
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Learn more →How to Care for apple of Peru in Winter?
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Learn more →How to Plant apple of Peru?
Grow in fertile, moist but well-drained soil in full sun or light shade. Flowers are short-lived but the fruit is encased in ornamental lantern-like calyces and can be dried for winter decorations. See shoo-fly plant for further advice
Learn more →How to Repot apple of Peru?
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Learn more →How to Harvest apple of Peru?
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Learn more →Common Pests & Diseases
Diseases
Generally disease-free
Pests
Generally pest-free
Explore the plant health library →The Toxicity of apple of Peru
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