How to tend a Ceiba speciosa

Also known as: Chorisia speciosa A.St.-Hil., A.Juss. & Cambess., Chorisia speciosa var. minor Chodat, Chorisia speciosa var. paraguariensis Hassl.

Watering

Water thoroughly when soil surface is dry

Sunlight

Enjoy sufficient sunlight, resistant to shade

Soil

Loose, fertile, and well-drained loam soil

Fertilizer

Dilute fertilizers following instructions, apply once monthly in spring and autumn

Pruning

Remove flower stem, diseased and rotten leaves timely

About this plant

Origin
South America
Category
Bombacaceae, Ceiba
Size
Diameter≥25cm,Height≥40cm
Blooming period
Flowering period October-December,fruit period May
Flower colors
pink red
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