Can Adeniums Grow in Pure Pumice Soil?
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Comments (5)You must have a small yard. A one foot thick layer will cover 270 square feet- or 16'x16'. Still- it's a great deal. If you generate any OM- then use it as mulch and you won't need a rototiller again after a good addition of this stuff. You will get mixed reviews on planting in straight compost. I have had great luck with lasagna beds and 1/2 finished compost alone. I now grow in beds that are better than 50% OM- probably close to 75% in some places. You may need supplemental N. The other issue is that it's so loose that things get knocked over and need extra support....See MorePlumeria in pure pumice?
Comments (3)I would just be careful about over fertilizing because it can cause problems for the plant - if the growth is too fast the limbs are weak and can't support their own weight, your plant could look lanky, salt build up in the soils, etc. That having been said you can certainly do a diluted feed on a more regular basis - someone else can possibly comment on how much is too much or I've also heard of people calling DynaGro for specific info. (I use DG FP also, love the stuff) I would lean towards something in between for your soil mix - potting soil mixed with pumice or perlite would probably make your plumeria extremely happy and create a very well draining mix. 60/40 (pumice/soil), 70/30, maybe 80/20 if you want to go very lean, something in that range? There's no just one right way to do it, experiment and see what works for you to reach your desired outcome. You very well may be able to grow a nice plumeria in pure pumice but to do it to fertilize more frequently I would have to ask what the desired outcome is of feeding more frequently? Because depending on that and how much you want to water (in the summer I don't know if you could water enough to keep the plant hydrated in 85+ temps) you could achieve a very healthy plant with less work and cost if you wanted to, it just depends on your goal and situation....See MoreSlow release fertilizer on worsleya in pure pumice?
Comments (7)I grow mine in 100% volcanic cinder and use your typical bloom booster (15-30-15) liquid fertilizer at full-strength once every couple of weeks - I'd use if more often, but it takes too much time. I keep mine outside until the temps are going in to the high 30s at night. Mine stay outside from April till the end of Oct or even longer if I can get away with it here in the Pittsburgh area. They seem to really enjoy the cool nights coupled with warm days of spring and summer and I'm sure rain water is better than what comes out of the tap. best of luck :o) Dan...See MoreWhy is Pure Pumice/Perlite So Good for Rooting?
Comments (2)Could also be a)They are high in non organic minerals of their volcanic origin b) they have holes in them, alowing the plants roots to enter them c)They are very draining and dont retain moisture. Dont know if this is relevant, but we do have op. humifusa growing in this volcanic region, somewhat outside its invaise growing range....See Morewestes Zone 9b California SF Bay
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