Grow-Your-Own Painted Leaf Plant Kit

soil, paper, seeds, oak, glass vessel

5" Diam x 5" H

1. Remove the bag of soil and seed 2. Open soil bag and fill to soil line. Seal soil bag and work water into soil with hands. Over sink, poke holes in base of bag and let water drain from the bag, squeezing out as much water as possible. Pour soil into the vessel and level 3. Place seeds on the soil surface allowing space between them. Gently push into the soil without fully submerging. 4. Lightly mist. 5. mini-greenhouse: Cut off both corners of a clear plastic bag and place loosely over the top of the vessel. Set in a warm area (75-80ºF / 24-27ºC) in bright indirect sunlight until seeds sprout (approximately 7-10 days) Optimum temperature is around 70ºF/21ºC. (cont'd)

6. Do not let soil dry out. Water soil to the consistency of a damp, not soggy, sponge. Note: Cooler temperatures often require less watering/warmer temperatures may require more. The clear glass vessel helps monitor watering. If too much water has pooled at the base of the vessel, gently support the seedling and pour off excess water. 7. When sprouts are about 2-3” tall remove plastic bag and place in a brightly lit location avoiding direct afternoon sun. Note: Too much light can fade the color intensity of the plant. Too little light the plant will become tall and less full (‘leggy’). 8. Once a month fertilize, at half strength, 8 weeks after seeds have sprouted. 9. Once plant is established, to create a more bushy look you can prune outer stems near new leaf growth to desired height.

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