 |
...your on-line source for Florida Red Mangrove |
When they arrive...
 |
|
Potting Your Seedlings
You'll need...
- any container that will hold water
- pea gravel (enough to nearly fill pot)
Measure your total seed length. The height of the container should be 1/3 to 2/3 seed length plus 1". Example: Seed length of 9" needs a pot from 4" to 7" deep.
Pour 1" of pea gravel into the bottom of your pot. Hold the seeds in the pot with their roots resting on the gravel. Pour remaining around the outside of the seeds to hold them upright. Push rocks down in between the seeds to space them out.
How you want the pot to look will depend on how many mangroves you add and how far you space them apart. If you want a more horizontal look, space the plants further apart in your pot and trim the sprouts after they've grown a bit, leaving at least 2 leaves at all times. This will force the plant to branch. For a more vertical look, don't leave as much space between the seeds and let them grow straight up. They will eventually branch themselves, but can be trimmed back at any time. Should you trim your plant, be patient for it to start growing again.
Pour water into your container to the top. How often you water your mangrove will depend on the amount of light, humidity and pot size. As long as the roots are wet and the leaves receive enough light, your plant will thrive. Check water levels in small pots often by picking them up and shaking them. Listen for water sloshing. If in doubt, fill 'er up.
Mangroves grow best in a humid environment, so if you keep your plants indoors, shower them with a kitchen sink sprayer to remove any dust or place them outdoors to enjoy an occasional rain storm.
Click the tree frog to read more...
Please e-mail us to inquire about available sizes and quantites as these change monthly.