10 Expert Care Secrets for Mother of Millions 

Place in bright, indirect sunlight, but protect from intense afternoon sun.

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Ideal indoor temperatures: 60-80°F (15-27°C). Protect from frost and extreme cold.

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Use well-draining cactus or succulent mix to prevent waterlogging.

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Water moderately, allowing the soil to partially dry between waterings. Avoid overwatering.

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Standard indoor humidity is sufficient; no special humidity requirements.

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Feed with a balanced, diluted, liquid fertilizer during the growing season (spring and summer) every 4-6 weeks. Don’t fertilize in winter.

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Repot only when overcrowded, usually every 2-3 years. Use a slightly larger pot with fresh soil.

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Trim leggy growth and remove spent flowers to maintain a compact shape

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Suitable for both indoor and outdoor cultivation

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USDA Zones 9-11 (mild to tropical climates)

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Place in bright, indirect sunlight, but protect from intense afternoon sun.

Sunlight

Ideal indoor temperatures: 60-80°F (15-27°C). Protect from frost and extreme cold.

Temperature

Use well-draining cactus or succulent mix to prevent waterlogging.

Soil

Water moderately, allowing the soil to partially dry between waterings. Avoid overwatering.

Watering

Standard indoor humidity is sufficient; no special humidity requirements.

Humidity

Feed with a balanced, diluted, liquid fertilizer during the growing season (spring and summer) every 4-6 weeks. Don’t fertilize in winter.

Fertilizer

Repot only when overcrowded, usually every 2-3 years. Use a slightly larger pot with fresh soil.

Repotting

Trim leggy growth and remove spent flowers to maintain a compact shape

Pruning

Suitable for both indoor and outdoor cultivation

Indoor/Outdoor

USDA Zones 9-11 (mild to tropical climates)

Hardiness Zones

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