How to tend a Eragrostis ferruginea

Also known as: Eragrostis ferruginea var. fujianensis N.X.Zhao & X.T.Ma, Eragrostis mairei Hack., Eragrostis mairei var. eglandis B.S.Sun & S.Wang, Eragrostis orientalis Trin., Eragrostis pogonia Steud., Poa barbata Thunb., Poa ferruginea Thunb.

Watering

Water thoroughly after soil surface dries, avoid saturated water

Sunlight

Like sunshine, resistant to half shade

Soil

Soil with loose texture or soil with specific nutrients

Fertilizer

Dilute fertilizers following instructions, apply 1-2 times monthly

Pruning

Remove aged tissues, dead and pest branches timely

About this plant

Origin
China
Category
Gramineae, Eragrostis
Size
Diameter ≥ 10 cm, height 15-18 cm
Blooming period
Flowering and fruiting period August-December
Flower colors
purple black, yellow green, fruit color red brown
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