ribbon bush

How to Grow and Care for ribbon bush

ribbon bush · Hypoestes aristata

Grow indoors in loam-based potting compost in bright, filtered light, with moderate to high humidity. Water freely in growth and sparingly in winter. Apply a balanced liquid fertiliser every 2-3 weeks in summer

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Planting and Growing ribbon bush

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Care difficulty3 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Sunlight requirementsFull sun · Partial shade
Ideal temperatureInformation to be completed
Soil typeLoam
Soil pHAcid · Alkaline · Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well drained · Well drained
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
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Care Tips

Grow indoors in loam-based potting compost in bright, filtered light, with moderate to high humidity. Water freely in growth and sparingly in winter. Apply a balanced liquid fertiliser every 2-3 weeks in summer

How to Water ribbon bush?

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for ribbon bush?

Full sun · Partial shade

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for ribbon bush?

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What Soil Is Best for ribbon bush?

Soil type
Loam
Soil pH
Acid · Alkaline · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for ribbon bush?

Moist but well drained · Well drained

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How to Fertilize ribbon bush?

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer

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How to Prune ribbon bush?

Pinch out the growing tips to promote a bushy habit

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How to Propagate ribbon bush?

Propagate by seed, softwood cuttings in late spring, or semi-ripe cuttings in summer

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How to Transplant ribbon bush?

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How to Care for ribbon bush in Winter?

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How to Plant ribbon bush?

Grow indoors in loam-based potting compost in bright, filtered light, with moderate to high humidity. Water freely in growth and sparingly in winter. Apply a balanced liquid fertiliser every 2-3 weeks in summer

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How to Repot ribbon bush?

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How to Harvest ribbon bush?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

Powdery mildews can occur

Pests

Generally pest-free

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The Toxicity of ribbon bush

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Attributes of ribbon bush

Plant typeHouseplants · Conservatory Greenhouse
Height1-1.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
FoliageEvergreen
HabitBushy
OriginTropical and Southern Africa

Scientific Classification

Species
Hypoestes aristata
Genus
Hypoestes
Family
Acanthaceae
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