Mussaenda Philippica 'Snow Queen'

DISCLAIMER

1. The actual plant may differ as each pot has its own unique natural look and although look identical but never 100% similar to the image pictured here.
2. Flowers/Fruits are seasonal and plants may not be with flowers/fruits at the time of order/delivery.
3. Overall Height is measured from the bottom of the pot to the tallest point of the plant vertically.

GENERAL INFORMATION

• Mussaenda philippica is a plant species in the family Rubiaceae that grows as a shrub or small tree.
• Native to the Philippines it is commonly grown elsewhere as an ornamental species.
• Known varieties include: "Donna Laz", "Alicia Luz", "Queen Sirikit", "Donna Aurora", and "Donna Envangellina".

SOIL REQUIREMENT

•  Enriched soil, Mildly acidic to Mildly alkaline.

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FEEDING/FERTILIZER REQUIREMENT

• Most plants need a regular "diet" of all-purpose plant food, either specialty (labeled for your specific plant type) or a generic N-P-K (nitrogen - phosphorus - potassium).
• Fertilize early in the plant's growing cycle - spring for summer plants, fall for winter plants.
• For leafy plants, use a fertilizer with a higher nitrogen content (first number).
• For flowering or fruiting plants, use a fertilizer higher in phosphorous content (middle number).
• If using a water-soluble fertilizer:
  • Mix as directed on the container according to directions.
  • Wet the leaves and drench the soil.
  • Repeat.
• If using a granulated fertilizer:
  • Scatter a small amount of all-purpose fertilizer lightly under plants from the stem to beyond the outer spread of branches or foliage.
  • Water slowly and deeply.

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LIGHT REQUIREMENT

• Full Sun to Partial Shade.

WATER REQUIREMENT

• Spread shredded bark mulch around the Mussaenda bush to a depth of 3 inches.
• Keep the mulch 3 inches away from the bush stems.
• Water the bush once or twice per week or as often as necessary to keep the soil moist but not muddy.

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