Balfour Aralia #234 by Passionate Gem

 BALFOUR ARALIA in 6" nursery pot

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☀️ As a tropical plant, they prefer bright, indirect light to thrive. It is important to not put it in extended periods of direct sunlight. Instead, place it near a bright window for plenary of indirect light. Plant lights are good too if lacking natural sunlight.

🌡️ Grows well, in average room temperatures between 60-75°F but no lower than 55°F pr higher than 75°F. Avoid sudden temperature drops and cold drafts. Humidity around 60% is ideal. Since most homes sit around 40-50%, you can provide additional humidity from a humidifier or daily misting.

💧Water reguarlary, about once weekly when the top inch of soil is dry, allowing it to dry out slightly between waterings. Avoid overwatering, as this is the most common problem with Balfour Aralia, leading to root rot. Discard any excess water.

💊 They do not need to be fertilized often. Once a month or so during the growing season is sufficient. Feed during the spring and summer months with a general purpose houseplant fertilizer that has a NPK (nitrogen-phosphorous-potassium) ratio of approximately 10-10-10. For the amount to use, follow product label instructions. No fertilizer is needed during the winter months when growth naturally slows.

🪴 Do not repot right away. Let the plant stay in its nursery pot for at least a few months to get used to its new home. Most plants go dormant in the winter so It's best to not repot them then because they could go in to shock. It's best to repot every 2-3 years during the growing months of spring and summer. This plant grows well in a well-draining potting mix. It is beneficial to blend in some sand and perlite to Improve drainage. They can become slightly root-bound before repotting.

🐜 All plants from Passionate Gem are treated monthly with a natural spray consisting of hydrogen peroxide, natural soap and neem oil diluted with water--but that doesn't mean once they go to a new home it can't catch a critter infestation from surrounding plants or soil. (Even flowers can be a carrier of pests!)  Preventative maintenance Is key! Check your plants often, clean leaves by giving the occasional shower or wiping with a clean damp cloth. Use clean pots and fresh quality soil when transplanting. A spray, like mentioned above, is a really great preventative measure as well.

Follow these care tops to ensure your plant is not only surviving but thriving!