How to Care for Crown of Thorns Plants
- 1). Plant your crown of thorns in potting soil that drains well and retains water. Cactus potting mix works best with this succulent plant. If you use regular potting soil add a little sand to it.
- 2). Use a plant pot that has a hole in the bottom. This will allow good drainage, which will keep the roots of your plant from getting too wet and rotting.
- 3). Place the plant where it will get plenty of filtered or full sunlight.
- 4). Water the soil and allow it become barely moist between watering periods. Water less during the winter season; this is when the plant rests. Use warm water and avoid getting water on the stems or leaves, as they may rot if they get too wet.
- 5). Fertilize bi-weekly during spring and throughout the fall season and monthly during winter. Use a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to 50% of full strength.
- 6). Keep the plant in normal room temperature. Use a humidifier to add humidity to a dry room. Kept outdoors, this plant thrives in temperatures from 60 to 95 degrees F with average humidity.
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