How to tend a Delonix regia

Also known as: Poinciana regia Bojer ex Hook., Delonix regia var. flavida Stehle, Delonix regia var. genuina Stehlé, Caesalpinia regia (Bojer ex Hook.) D.Dietr., Delonix regia var. flavida Stehlé

Watering

Water thoroughly after soil surface dries, avoid saturated water

Sunlight

Likes sunshine, put in sunny places, avoid strong sunlight in summer at noon

Soil

Soil with loose texture or soil with specific nutrients

Fertilizer

Need more fertilization, dilute fertilizers following instructions, apply 2-3 times monthly

Pruning

Remove aged tissues, dead and pest branches timely

About this plant

Origin
Africa
Category
Leguminosae, Delonix
Size
Diameter ≥ 20 cm, height ≥ 25 cm
Blooming period
Flowering period June-July, fruiting period August-October
Flower colors
red, orange red
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