SENSITIVE PLANT: Mimosa Pudica (Touch-me-not)

* * RETURNING SUMMER 2021 * *

• The sensitive plant, also known as the Touch-me-not, is a peculiar shrub and is native to Brazil
• This is a perennial, summer-growing garden plant often grown for its curiosity value
• The compound leaves fold inward and droop when touched or shaken, defending themselves from harm, and re-open a few minutes later
• These are small to mature (near-flowering size) plants cut back to 10-20cm for bushier growth

• Potted plants are available for collection from our premises
• Courier / Postnet shipments:
• These plants are not only sensitive to touch but also sensitive to root disturbance😜 , therefor they will be sent already potted - packed and protected to minimise damage from carriers

• The sensitive plant can be grown in a semi-shade spot outside or sunny windowsill with a minimum of 4-6 hours direct morning sun
• Water every other day to ensure soil stays moist without letting it dry completely or leaving your plant with wet feet for extended periods of time
• Plants can be grown in an equal ratio mixture of compost and potting soil with perlite or silica sand added for drainage
• These are Semi-tropical plants and do not handle frost well. Protect during wintertime and watch them take off again during springtime
• Fertilise your plant with with a nitrogen-rich fertiliser once a month for optimal growth