Ptilotus spathulatus growing herbaceous of the genus Ptilotus also known as Pussy tails, Ptilotus spathulatus short perennial or annual used as ornamental plant also drought tolerant, can grow in mediterranean, desert, subtropical, temperate or tropic climate.
Leaves color green the leaf spoon shape the leaf fleshy.
Ptilotus spathulatus flower
Flower color yellow to white, flowers are small growing in groups on inflorescence stalk in a shape of cone.
Requirements for Ptilotus spathulatus growing and care:
Moist, well-drained soil
What is the best way to start growing?
Plant / Seedling / Seed
Is it necessary to graft or use vegetative reproduction?
No
Difficulties or problems when growing:
?
Recommended planting season?
Spring
Pests and diseases:
Nematode, Aphids
Pruning season:
All season
How to prune:
Old flowers
Size of the plant?
5-15 cm
Growth speed in optimal condition:
Fast growing
Water requirement:
Small amount of water
Light conditions in optimal condition for growing:
Full Sun / Half shade
Is it possible to grow as houseplant?
No
Growing is also possible in a planter /flowerpot / containers:
Yes
Bloom season:
Summer
General information about the flower
Small flowers grow in groups on inflorescence stalk in a shape of cone, flower color yellow to white.
