The soil pH needs to be between 6 and 6.5. Allow the soil surface to dry between waterings but avoid excessive dryness in summer. Fertilize weekly from May to September. Ideal temperatures are 70 degrees during the day and 50 to 55 degrees at night. Repot and prune in March, if needed.
Propagation is by cuttings of half ripe wood taken in spring or early summer.
Plants may also be raised from seed. This information is for educational purposes only. References to commercial products or trade names does not imply endorsement by MSU Extension or bias against those not mentioned. This information becomes public property upon publication and may be printed verbatim with credit to MSU Extension. Reprinting cannot be used to endorse or advertise a commercial product or company.