Monday, November 20, 2017

By Betty Sullivan


If you have a green thumb and adore having plants in and around your home, you may be looking for different varieties to purchase. Cycads for sale can be a great option for individuals who want truly unique looking plants that are also easy to care for. Here is some information about these unique, ancient plants that will help you find, choose and grow your plants as easily and successfully as possible.

If you have ever loved the idea of creating a prehistoric looking landscape in your garden then these plants are for you. Some species have been around for thousands of years and still maintain the ancient appearance that their predecessors had. They are valuable research tools for archaeologists and can be fun conversation starters for casual growers who have a yen for history.

They are also quite unique looking which can be great for someone who wants unusual looking plants as part of their collection. Unlike many plants, a cycad will have a single, central stem. The leaves grow from the top of the trunk usually in a ring pattern. This type of plant is slow growing in many cases but they can get quite large if given enough time and care.

One reason that these plants have managed to survive for as long as they have is the fact that they are able to handle poor conditions that other plants may not be able to tolerate. If you are looking at one for your home or garden you should read up on the soil requirements, how much water they need and whether they need to have access to full sunlight or not. This will help you pick the specimen that is best for your home's growing conditions.

If you are new to growing cycads you may want to choose a plant that is already potted and growing well. Other people who may want more of a challenge may find it more enjoyable to plant seeds and sprout their own plants that way. If you are buying online you may find that it is easier to buy seeds and have them shipped rather than having a plant sent to you by post or courier.

If you want to try and find different varieties of this type of plant you may want to start your search at reputable nurseries and garden centers. They will be able to offer you healthy, happy seedlings that you can then take home and enjoy. Look for healthy leaves and stalks that are firmly rooted in a pot. This will show you that the specimen has a well-established root system that will help keep it healthy in it's new home.

If you are buying specimens that are already potted and growing you will need to make sure they are healthy. Leaves that are yellowing or which seem to have burns or scars on them are not likely very healthy. You can also gently manipulate the plant to make sure it is firmly rooted in the pot.

One important thing to do before you get your plant home is to find out as much as you can about it's ideal growing conditions. You should find out what kind of nutrient balance it needs, how much water it prefers and how much sunlight there needs to be for it to flourish. That way you can keep your plant happy and growing well even after it leaves the nursery and comes home with you.




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