Fittonia Jolly Josan White – Ø6 cm

Care/Details

Fittonia is a relatively easy plant to care for, but it does require some specific conditions to thrive. It prefers to be grown in bright, indirect light, as too much direct sunlight can scorch its delicate leaves. It also needs consistently moist soil, but it is important not to overwater it, as this can lead to root rot. A peat-based potting mix is ideal for Fittonia, as it helps to retain moisture without becoming waterlogged. 

Fittonia can be propagated through stem cuttings, which can be taken at any time during the growing season. The cuttings should be placed in a well-draining potting mix and kept consistently moist until they have developed roots. 

• Environment – Ideally places in a slightly light environment, however, not I direct sun especially during months with strong sunshine. Temperatures between 18 to 30 degrees Celsius are recommended.  

• Watering – Water once a week and make sure not to overwater, let the plant absorb all water within few hours. If any water left, you should pour the rest out. Try with 100-200 ml for midsize pots (10-12 ø cm pots). After a period of days, the soil will start to dry up, here you should water your plant.  

• Leaves care – It is not uncommon for outer leaves to become yellow at some point, wait for the leave stem to loosen slightly from the plant before removal, do this with care to avoid harming the plant. If you notice the leaves dripping this is not unusual and it can be caused by overwatering or due to higher temperatures amongst other factors.  

• Fertilizer – This can be administered once monthly during spring and summer periods. During winter the plant are not as likely to endure growth, therefore, the plant will not absorb the fertilizer.