Ixora Chinensis
Maintenance Level
Low
Placements
Outdoor and Indoor
Toxic
No
Fragrance
Yes
Seasons
All weathers
Plant Height
10ft
Water Frequency
Winter
2-3 days
Summer
Daily
Fertilizer Frequency
Winter
2weeks once
Summer
Weekly once
Because it is a tropical evergreen shrub endemic to China, Chinese ixora (Ixora chinensis) is commonly referred to as just Chinese ixora. This is a popular decorative plant because of its colorful flowers that bloom almost year-round and its red berries.
<b>Type of soil:</b><br> Rich organic matter-containing potting mix that drains well.<br> <b>Type of fertilizer: </b><br> Well balanced Liquid fertilizer or slow release fertiliser.<br> <b>Development Trend Moderate</b><br> Pruning: After the blossoms fade back on the stem, prune your ixora plant to encourage branching and reroute growth hormones for more flowering.<br> Repotting: Use a combination of all-purpose potting soil to repot plants in the spring as needed.<br> Propagation: The shrub is propagated by stem cuttings that, with the aid of a rooting hormone, can become roots.<br><br> <b>Process</b><br> 1. Prepare the soil: well-draining soil is preferred by Ixora plants.<br> 2. Select the appropriate container: To avoid waterlogging, make sure the pot you select includes drainage holes.<br> 3When planting an Ixora, carefully take it out of its current container, being careful not to damage its roots.<br> 4. Watering: To help the soil settle, water the plant as soon as it is planted. Make sure the soil is constantly damp but not drenched.<br> 5. Light and temperature: It grows most effectively in temperatures over 20°C. and bright, indirect light.<br> 6. Fertilizing: During the growing season, apply a monthly application of a balanced liquid fertilizer.
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Dos
Ixora should always be damp but not drenched.<br> Give ixora 8 to 10 hours of sunlight a day.<br> Plant in soil that has been amended with peat.<br> Place ixora indoors in a room that is typically humid (kitchen, laundry room, or bathroom).
Don'ts
During the intense summer months, keep your plants out of the afternoon sun to prevent leaf burn.