make life beautiful
Cast Iron Plant
make life beautiful
Cast Iron Plant
hardy low-maintenance plant
Cast Iron Plant
Cast Iron Plants are a hardy low-maintenance plant for those with even the brownest of thumbs. They thrive in low lighting conditions and go for a long time without water making it great for the newbie or sometimes forgetful plant parent. The upright, dark green foliage will add some texture and color to any indoor space. These plants also do great outdoors in late Spring through early Fall.
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Light
Cast Iron Plants can thrive in even the darkest of conditions, but low to medium light is ideal. Keep your plant away from bright direct light, they get sunburned easily. These are great plants for corners or dark hallways. If moving your plant outdoors for the summer, keep it in the shade.
Water
Cast Iron plants can tolerate a variety of extreme conditions, including drought. Allowing them to dry out between watering is best. Be careful not to overwater. They also enjoy high humidity, so creating a humidity tray, or giving the leaves a mist every week will keep your plant happy. If leaves start to turn brown or yellow, your plant is most likely getting too much water. However, if just the tips are brown, it is a sign your plant is underwatered.
Fertilizer
Because these plants are slow growers, they don’t need a lot in terms of food. Use a water-soluble balanced fertilizer once a month during the Spring and Summer to help promote growth. There is no need to fertilize the rest of the year.
Pro Tip
Cast Iron Plants are susceptible to insects like mealy bugs, scale and spider mites. Check the plant often for infestation and treat with an insecticide at the first sign of insects.
Pro Tip
If you want your Cast Iron Plant to grow tall, keep it in a tight pot, but just swap the soil to encourage growth. If you want it to grow full, re-plant in a pot 2 inches larger than its current one.
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