Sunshine Gem Shield Plant
Homalomena 'Sunshine Gem'
Description | An air-purifying houseplant with bright green heart-shaped leaves that add a pop of color to a room. This smaller plant is perfect for table tops and shelves. Prefers bright light but can tolerate low-light conditions. Loves humidity. |
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Light | Bright Indirect Light, Low Light, Medium Indirect Light |
Watering | Allow top half of soil to dry before watering. |
Blooms | Prized for foliage |
Mature Size | Reaches 12 in. tall and wide. |
Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
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Growth Rate | Moderate |
Foliage Color | Light Green |
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Care | Provide a deep container with houseplant soil mix. Can tolerate low light, but benefits from brighter light during the growing season. Avoid direct sun. Leaf edges will turn brown if not given enough humidity. Increase humidity with a humidifier or place the plant on a tray filled with water and pebbles. Fertilize twice a month during growing season with a liquid fertilizer at half the recommended strength. |
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This Plant's Growing Zones: ALL
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly
100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr.
in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.