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4in Apoballis "Purple Sword"

4in Apoballis "Purple Sword"

Regular price $32.00 USD
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  • Botanical Name: Apoballis acuminatissima 'Lavallaei'
  • Common Name(s)Apoballis Purple Sword, Homalomena Purple Sword
  • Description: A beautiful collector's plant with dark green foliage splashed with silver-grey markings and purple-tinged undersides, ribs, and stems.
  • Grow it in bright indirect light, but avoid direct sunlight as leaves will burn.
  • Water it when the topsoil dries, and maintain the plant highly moist, but not wet.
  • Use a common slow-release fertilizer three times a year and a low-strength balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing period to help encourage strong growth.
  • Wipe the leaves down monthly to keep them shiny and clean.
  • Place it in a spot where it can soak up plenty of sunshine without being exposed to direct sunlight.
  • Use a well-draining soil mix to help prevent root rot and other issues that can arise from overwatering.
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