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Nettle 'Baby's Tear'

Nettle 'Baby's Tear'

Soleirolia soleirolii

Regular price $17.99 USD
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Size
Your Plant at a Glance
Care Level
Beginner
Pet Safety
Safe
Light
Medium
Water
High
Size
Medium
Growth
Trailing

Let it flow! This stunning trailing plant creates living waterfalls of gorgeous foliage perfect for hanging baskets, high shelves, or macramŽ hangers. In its natural habitat, it would cascade over rocks or dangle from tree branches. The cascading vines bring dimension and movement to your space, creating visual interest at different levels. Pet-safe and perfect for households with curious animals. Symbolizing peace-harmony, it adds flowing elegance wherever placed.

Light Requirements:
STEP 1: Find the Perfect Spot
Best spot: Position about 4-5 feet from windows or east window
Alternative: Well-lit professional or bathing space

STEP 2: Light Duration
Must receive moderate light 4-6 hours daily
Adapts to grow lights when used 12-14 hours

STEP 3: Rotate Weekly
Weekly turning promotes even leaf distribution
Watering Guide:
STEP 1: Check the Soil
How to check: Test top inch of soil - water when surface feels dry
Pro tip: Daily checks recommended for moisture-loving plants

STEP 2: Water Thoroughly
Water deeply to keep soil evenly moist but never saturated
Consistent moisture without soggy conditions is ideal

STEP 3: Wait and Repeat
Frequency: Water every 4-6 days spring/summer, 7-10 days in winter
Proper drainage crucial with frequent watering schedule

Yellowing, washed-out foliage

This is a sign of too much light. Relocate to area with gentler lighting

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Leggy, stretched growth

This is a sign of too little light. Increase light - move closer to bright window

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Dropping leaves, soggy soil

This is a sign of overwatering. Allow soil to dry more thoroughly between waterings

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Dry, brown leaf tips

This is a sign of underwatering. Increase watering frequency. Check soil regularly

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