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node, where a leaf stem attaches to a branch. Water the plant thoroughly,
allowing the surface of the soil to dry between watering. These enjoy
moderate humidity, so misting the leaves may be necessary. Use any good
potting soil. We highly recommend fruit tree fertilizer to promote flowers
and fruit.
Olive Tree, Dwarf Olive Tree, Olea europaea and hybrids. An attractive tree
for those who want something different. These are slow growing and keep
their leaves year round. These grow up to 10ft when grown in a container
while dwarf varieties reach up to 6ft. Pruning olive trees will keep them
compact. These trees enjoy high intensity light to full sun. When the plant is
small, one 40 watt Aspect over the plant is sufficient. As the tree grows,
additional Aspect units or supplemental lighting is required for indoor
growth. You may need to repot this plant every few years to a pot one size
bigger. Always use a pot with a drainage hole to prevent soggy soil. Water
thoroughly spring through fall. Allow the top 2 inches of soil to dry out
between watering. Reduce water in winter while the plant is resting. Enjoys
average humidity and can tolerate dry air. Use sandy, fast draining soil,
such as cactus potting mix.
Dwarf Pomegranate, Punica Granatum ‘Nana’. Easy to grow, small
decorative trees. Produces a less sweet and smaller pomegranate, so many
people do not eat the fruit. When the plant is small, one 40 watt Aspect over
the plant is sufficient. As the tree grows, additional Aspect units or
supplemental lighting is required for indoor growth. If the plant is not
blooming, it is not getting enough light. Pollinate your plant using a small
paintbrush or cotton swab by transferring the pollen from flower to flower.
To maintain a smaller, more bushy size, prune your plant back when new
growth starts in spring. Pruning will encourage new branches to emerge
from just below the cut. You should keep the soil moist. Enjoys average
room humidity. Use any potting soil.
Pineapple, Ananas comosu. Pineapple is a unique plant that is a tropical must
have. You can sometimes find these in the stores already growing, or you
can start one using the top half of a regular pineapple. Since these are very
slow growing, up to 5 years before it produces fruit, we highly recommend
finding one in the stores. These require high sunlight, but should do fine
under one 40 watt Aspect grow light. These enjoy moderate to high
humidity. Use a fir bark soil or commercial bromeliad mix. To force a
pineapple to bloom, place ripening apple or apple core around the
pineapple plant and cover it with a clear plastic bag for a couple of weeks.
The apple gives off ethylene gas which promotes the pineapple to bloom.