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It blooms from mid-summer into autumn. A superb choice for patios and planters. 7) Flame Nasturtium It’s a relatively hands-off option. Not only does it not require frequent watering, but it adapts well to the indirect sunlight of a reptile enclosure. Pair that with its one-a-year fertilizer needs; this is a great plant for chameleons that you won’t have to worry about too much. 5. Bromeliad
General Care Tips: This is one of the hardier Ficus varieties you can choose for your chameleon habitat. It’s pretty adaptable and low maintenance as far as Ficus go. One of the first signs of trouble in a Rubber Tree is leaf dropping. If this happens, it’s likely the plant needs to be provided with more light during the day.Nasturtium thrives in full sun in poor, well-drained soils. Some afternoon shade is appreciated in hot summer areas. Rich, fertile soils are not recommended as they yield more foliage but reduce flowering. Nasturtiums do better in soils of moderate to low fertility. A key component of building quality chameleon digs is adding some plants. Live plants serve lots of useful purposes inside the habitat. An overgrown Nasturtium climber along the wall of a house will impart a charming, country-cottage effect to your urban dwelling.
Lighting: Bromeliads love heat and light. It’s true that people have successfully grown Bromeliads in low-light environments, but that’s certainly not ideal. If you want them to grow nicely – and eventually produce flowers – make sure they’re near a window or under a suitable UV light. Alaska Mixed: Leaves are marbled in green and white with multicoloured blooms. Height 20cm, spread 45cm, widely available. Lighting: You’ll definitely need to provide adequate light for a hibiscus plant. If you find that the light inside your vivarium is not sufficient to keep your Hibiscus at its best, you may want to consider keeping more than one specimen. This way you can rotate them between the tank and a bright, sunny location within your home. The common name for Golden pothos is Devil’s Ivy, which comes from the fact that this plant is almost impossible to kill. Calendula officinalis(pot marigold): The edible orange flowers are surprisingly tolerant of drought and cold, although do fall victim to powdery mildew. Can be HA, HB or HP, 50-100cm, widely available and self-seeds.Nasturtiums give you a low-maintenance way of filling indoor spaces with color for months. Select a variety suited to having less space to play in, so opt for a compact or a dwarf breed. This means saying no to trailing types. Our tips on growing in pots (above) outline some good varieties – try bushy ‘Tom Thumb’, exotic-tinted ‘Ladybird Rose’, vibrant ‘Alaska Mixed’ and spicy ‘Empress of India’.
Please do your due diligence before feeding your plants to ensure they don’t cause any health issues with your reptile. Mind The Lights Planting nasturtiums with fruiting plants can help confuse pests by disguising the smells produced by leaves and emerging fruits. Their pungent, peppery oils help to mask sweeter aromas. They are particularly good companion plants for strawberries, cucumbers and melons.
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Like most plants, these chameleon-friendly varieties gather the nourishment they need from the soil they’re grown in. Of course, you may need to amend the soil if a plant is missing out on some vital nutrient. If you decide to introduce any fertilizer, make sure it’s non-toxic to your lizard. Also, you should be aware that the sap of the rubber tree can be midly toxic. If you notice that your Chameleons is eating a lot of leaves or excess sappiness, it may be best to remove it from the setup.
When in doubt, you can consult your local plant nursery for additional care tips on any specific plant species.Alonsoa: A shrubby Peruvian plant has normally red flowers but A. albiflora’s Ivory blooms have prominent yellow anthers. HHA, 30-60cm, www.plant-world-seeds.com.
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