Will cast-iron plants do well in afternoon sunlight?
February 28, 2010 - 1:26 am
If I have a row of cast-iron plants in an area that gets morning shade, but lots of unfiltered afternoon sun, will they be OK?
They are a relatively low light plant and like moisture. You will have to be very careful. It’s really considered a shade plant. Cast Iron Plant’s common name came from its ability to survive despite adverse growing conditions. Just wait and see and be prepared to move them or create some shade for them.
I wish I had the problem of too much sun. I can’t get enough!
February 28th, 2010 at 7:03 am
They may get a little warm. Be careful of rust !
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February 28th, 2010 at 7:39 am
The sunlight could cause the leaves to scald and wither. Maybe you could move them to a shadier place.
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February 28th, 2010 at 7:56 am
They are a relatively low light plant and like moisture. You will have to be very careful. It’s really considered a shade plant. Cast Iron Plant’s common name came from its ability to survive despite adverse growing conditions. Just wait and see and be prepared to move them or create some shade for them.
I wish I had the problem of too much sun. I can’t get enough!
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February 28th, 2010 at 8:41 am
cast iron plants got its name for being so hardy. they can survive in dry sunny conditions, or wet shady conditions. they do best in sun with water during warm periods. they are almost indestructible.
for best results add plant food.
if in a very sunny place water every day because the leaves will burn. they prefer morning sun and partial afternoon shade to look their very best
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February 28th, 2010 at 8:52 am
It may depend upon how far north you live. I live in Florida and cast iron does not tolerate afternoon sun after April.
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