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Root Awakening

Root Awakening

Black patch on Peperomia leaf likely due to injury

If the spot on the damaged leaf spreads, remove the leaf.
If the spot on the damaged leaf spreads, remove the leaf.

Root Awakening

Papaya plant’s female flowers can be pollinated by insects

This plant is not producing fruit as it has no male flowers.
This plant is not producing fruit as it has no male flowers.

Root Awakening

Aglaonema can be pruned and propagated

This is an older plant that can be propagated by stem-cutting.
This is an older plant that can be propagated by stem-cutting.

Root Awakening: Guiana Chestnut has to be pruned gradually

Root Awakening: Philodendron Xanadu available at local nurseries

The Philodendron Xanadu needs plenty of light.
The Philodendron Xanadu needs plenty of light.

Root Awakening: Withhold watering to help Amazon Lily flower

This flowering plant thrives in semi-shaded outdoor conditions.
This flowering plant thrives in semi-shaded outdoor conditions.

Root Awakening: Dragon fruit plants produce aerial roots

Dragon fruit plants have aerial roots that can help them attach to porous surfaces like tree bark.
Dragon fruit plants have aerial roots that can help them attach to porous surfaces like tree bark.

Root Awakening: Pre-treat cut flowers for longevity

Ensure there is proper ventilation and avoid exposing the bloom to ripening fruit.
Ensure there is proper ventilation and avoid exposing the bloom to ripening fruit.

Root Awakening: Grow Indian borage in well-draining soil

The Indian Borage is commonly grown for culinary and medicinal uses.
The Indian Borage is commonly grown for culinary and medicinal uses.

Root Awakening: Do not let Dracaena dry out

This plant should get at least six hours a day of filtered sunlight.
This plant should get at least six hours a day of filtered sunlight.

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