Lipstick Plant, 8in HB

This gorgeous trailing plant is perfect for hanging planters. It has elongated, deep green leaves and produces stunning bright red, tube-shaped flowers – hence it’s name!

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Attributes

Type: Tropical
Height: Up to 3ft long
Spread: Up t0 3ft long
Light: Bright Indirect
Water: Moderate
Zone: 10 – 11
Pet Safe: Non-Toxic

Care

General Maintenance: Prune vines as needed to prevent the plant looking too leggy and promote a full appearance. Can be propagated from stem cuttings.

Temperature: Ideal temperatures are between 18C and 24C. Temperatures below 10C will cause the leaves to drop. Avoid drafts and drastic temperature changes.

Light: Bright indirect or filtered light is ideal. Too much direct sun will cause leaf scorching, and too little light will cause the leaves to drop and the plant not to flower.

Watering: Water once the top 2 inches of soil are dry. Don’t overwater, but don’t let completely dry out.

Soil: Requires a well-draining and well-aerated soil to prevent root rot. Use a mix that contains peat moss and perlite or bark.

Fertilizer: Use a slow release fertilizer during the growing season (April to August).