... Pelargoniums like plenty of light, a well-drained soil, and good air circulation. Light shade or full shade for ... are exposed, the roots are cool. A good sandy, loamy soil of 1 part loam : 2 parts sand : 2 parts compost, plus ... pH is not a critical factor, and a neutral to slightly acidic pH is suitable for most species. Watering is an ...

... species performs very well in well-drained, composted rich soil and requires occasional water in summer. Feed with an ... dip them in water to prevent shock. Prepare well-drained soil, such as river sand mixed with perlite, sifted back, vermiculite or pebbles. Sterilize soil to prevent any soil-borne diseases, then make a cutting ...

... (Shale Renosterveld). Plants grow on hard clay soil often with a higher salt content, and with little ... Plants can survive during hot summer conditions on hard soil becoming baked in the sun (where temperatures sometimes ... also tolerate light shade. They form mats, binding the soil and are very colourful when flowering en masse . In ...

... are very small and stay viable for many years in the soil seedbank. Plants can flower at a young age, when still ... well-ventilated, sunny location with well-drained, sandy, acidic soil to thrive. Once or twice a year, feed with ... (in a tent), to improve germination. A well-drained, acidic sowing medium is a must. Because the seeds are so ...