Cordyline Terminalis (Ti Plant)
$12.20
incl. GST
- Overall Height APPROXIMATELY:
- 30cm for Pot Size 14cm(Ø)
- 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.
- Flowers/Fruits are seasonal and plants may not be with flowers/fruits at the time of order/delivery.
- Overall Height is measured from the bottom of the pot to the tallest point of the plant vertically.
GENERAL INFORMATION
- Ti Plant as also known as Cordyline terminalis has the common name of Hawaiian ti, it's not native to Hawaii.
- There are three main varieties which are the tri-color (green with red, pink and cream), red edge (green with red streaks), and plain green.
- The most popular grown indoors is the red-edged type because it's so colourful. There are also dwarf types that are cultivated and sold.
SOIL REQUIREMENT
- Make sure the plant has evenly moist soil.
- Although the ti plant is moderately drought-tolerant, don't allow the soil to become bone-dry, as excessively dry soil may cause the leaf tips to turn brown.
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FEEDING/FERTILIZER REQUIREMENT
- Fertilize the plant every other month, using a balanced granular fertilizer with a ratio such as 10-10-10 or 16-16-16.
- Apply approximately 2 ounces of fertilizer per plant.
- Always apply fertilizer to damp soil, and then water immediately after fertilizing.
- Take care to keep fertilizer off the foliage.
- If any fertilizer lands on the leaves, rinse it off immediately.
LIGHT REQUIREMENT
- Partial shade to Full sun.
WATER REQUIREMENT
- Water the plant with a hose or soaker to keep the foliage dry.
- If you use a sprinkler, water early in the day to allow the foliage to dry before evening.
- Damp foliage and cooler nighttime temperatures place the plant at higher risk for fungal problems.
- Always water immediately after fertilizing.
- Provide ti with approximately 1 inch of water every week that it doesn't rain, as the plant grows naturally in areas with high rainfall.
- Although the ti plant is moderately drought-tolerant, don't allow the soil to become bone-dry, as excessively dry soil may cause the leaf tips to turn brown.