10 - 15cm Alocasia Bisma Silver House Plant 10,5 cm Pot

Lighting: Alocasias with silver or metallic foliage typically prefer bright, indirect light. They can tolerate moderate light levels but may lose some of their unique coloration in lower light. Direct sunlight should be avoided, as it can scorch the leaves....

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These plants are kept in optimal conditions at their specialist growers until ordered. This means they take little longer to be delivered, but quality is assured. Please allow up to 5 working days for these to be delivered.

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10 - 15cm Alocasia Bisma Silver House Plant 10,5 cm Pot

£39.99

Quantity:

10 - 15cm Alocasia Bisma Silver House Plant 10,5 cm Pot

£39.99

About this Plant
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About this Plant

Lighting: Alocasias with silver or metallic foliage typically prefer bright, indirect light. They can tolerate moderate light levels but may lose some of their unique coloration in lower light. Direct sunlight should be avoided, as it can scorch the leaves.

Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Alocasias are sensitive to both over and under-watering. Water when the top inch of soil feels dry to the touch, and ensure the pot has good drainage to prevent root rot.

Humidity: High humidity is crucial for Alocasias, ideally between 60-80%. You can increase humidity around the plant by misting regularly, using a humidifier, or placing the pot on a pebble tray with water.

Temperature: Warm temperatures are preferred, between 18°C to 26°C (65°F to 80°F). Protect Alocasias from cold drafts and sudden temperature changes, as they are sensitive to cold.

Soil: Use a well-draining, peat-based potting mix. Incorporating perlite or vermiculite can improve drainage and aeration, crucial for healthy root growth.

Feeding: Fertilize every 4-6 weeks during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced, liquid fertilizer diluted to half the recommended strength. Reduce feeding in the fall and winter when growth naturally slows.

Repotting: Repot in the spring every 2-3 years or when the plant becomes root-bound. This is also an opportunity to refresh the potting mix, which can help prevent soil compaction and ensure nutrient availability.

Pest and Disease Management: Keep an eye out for pests such as spider mites, aphids, and mealybugs. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil. Good cultural practices, such as avoiding over-watering and ensuring proper air circulation, help prevent fungal diseases.

Our Packaging

At Plants for all Seasons, we take pride in our eco-friendly approach to packaging. Our custom-made plant boxes are designed with both the environment and your plants' wellbeing in mind. Here’s what makes our packaging special:

Upright and Fresh: Our innovative design ensures that your plants remain upright and fresh during transit. Specially engineered compartments and supports within the box prevent movement and damage, so your plants arrive in perfect condition.

100% Recyclable: Our plant boxes are fully recyclable, ensuring that after they have served their purpose, they can be responsibly disposed of without harming the planet.

Made from Recycled Materials: Sustainability is at the core of our values. That’s why our packaging is crafted from recycled materials, reducing waste and promoting a circular economy.

Winter Shipping: We offer additional heat packs in winter to keep your plants nice and warm on their travels. Add one heat pack per plant when checking out in winter months.

By choosing our products, you are not only enhancing your home with beautiful plants but also contributing to a greener, more sustainable future

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Specialist Grower

At Plants for all Seasons, we offer a specialist range of plants that are kept at their growers until ordered, ensuring they remain in their ideal conditions. This unique approach means that these plants receive expert care right up until the moment they are prepared for delivery.

Our dedicated growers are passionate about their craft and maintain the perfect environment for each species in this range, ensuring that every plant is healthy, vibrant, and ready to thrive in your home or garden.

Delivery and Quality Assurance We understand that receiving your plants in excellent condition is crucial. While delivery for this specialist range can take up to 7 days, we assure you that this time is used to carefully select, prepare, and package your plants to maintain their health and vitality during transit.

Our commitment to quality means that every plant in this range is thoroughly inspected before it leaves the grower, ensuring it meets our high standards. You can trust that your new plant will arrive ready to flourish, bringing beauty and life to your space.

Extra Details

Tropical Glasshouse Nursery: Our plants are nurtured in our tropical glasshouse nursery located in Lincolnshire, where we maintain an average temperature of 16°C. We do not use cold warehouses, ensuring optimal conditions for plant health.

Plastic Nursery Pots: All our plants are supplied in practical plastic nursery pots. If you prefer a more decorative option, we offer a range of stylish pots available for purchase separately.

Non-Consumable: Please note that our plants are intended for ornamental purposes only unless specifically stated as edible. Ensure you check product descriptions carefully if you are looking for edible varieties.

Variable Heights: The height of our plants can vary by approximately +/- 10%. This natural fluctuation ensures you receive a unique and healthy specimen.

Plant Pot Sizes: Pot sizes may vary by approximately +/- 1cm. To ensure a proper fit, we recommend selecting a decorative pot that is 1-2cm larger than the stated plant pot size. For instance, if you purchase a plant in a 17cm pot, a 18 - 19cm decorative pot would be ideal.

Quarantining: All our houseplants are regularly sprayed with a preventative systemic bug treatment. We do our best to ensure a bug free growing environment however sometimes these can unfortunately be missed, as such we always recommend quarantining plants when they first enter your home and checking them upon arrival for bugs.