Nightshade or solanyum is a beautiful tree that was brought to Russia from South America. This neat plant will definitely bring a peculiar zest to any interior.
Initially, it is worth focusing on the fact that the beautiful and bright berries of nightshade are poisonous. Therefore, such a flower should not be planted in the house where the children live, as this can be life threatening.
Nightshade, which is properly managed
at home , has abundant bright green foliage, white flowers, and berries that begin to redden. This is due to its long and plentiful flowering, with proper care, of course.
In the warm season, the indoor nightshade flower will feel great in the open air, such as a balcony or loggia. Humid air, bright sunshine will only benefit him.
Decorative nightshade, care of which includes not only watering and creating optimal humidity, but also regular feeding, blossoms and bears fruit, without ceasing, the entire active period of growth. Without applying the necessary fertilizers, the flower will quickly weaken and may lose its decorative appearance. Therefore, the plant is fed once a week with liquid fertilizers.
Even a flower like nightshade requires certain living conditions. Home care for him must necessarily include the correct location with adequate lighting, as well as timely pruning of the plant.
This houseplant looks very decorative and elegant.
Solanum, properly
cared for at home , is growing rapidly. Therefore, so that the tree always looks miniature and neat, you should periodically trim the crown and lateral shoots, thus forming the correct shape. Pruning can begin when the plant reaches a height of 30 centimeters.
Nightshade reproduces well both by seed and by dividing the bush. Sowing, transplanting, as well as reproduction are performed in the spring. Seeds begin to sow in March, the soil should be very moist. And to avoid stagnation of water, which can harm young nightshade, it is worth providing good drainage.
Despite the fact that the flower grows indoors, it needs a period of rest. It starts in October and lasts until March. At this time, it is advisable for the plant to provide cooler air by reducing watering, but to ensure humidity is still high, especially if the apartment is too hot and stuffy. Fertilizing also needs to be reduced to once a month.
Thus, nightshade, which is taken care of at home, taking into account all the subtleties of the content, constantly blossoms, bears fruit in the active period of growth and pleases with its unusual and some wild beauty.
Useful advice
Nightshade is considered an annual plant, so experienced gardeners strongly recommend that you prune it together with a bush transplant. Then the plant is updated and continues to delight you with its decorative look.