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Adenium
Somalense, known as a Desert Rose. It is originally found
in Arabia.
It is a shrub or small tree growing from 5 to 8 feet in
the wild. The trunk form, foliage, and flowers are all
very attractive. Each desert rose creates its own
sculptural design.
The shiny long green leaves are attractive. Leaves
normally fall in winter. Adenium Somalense produces
exotic 2 " daker pink, open-trumpet shaped flowers
throughout the year in full sun. The Desert Rose produces
a massive stem when growing older, but will start
blooming when quite young, at only 6 inches tall. It
makes a nice Bonsai.
Do pruning after the plant's rest period. Heavy pruning
should be kept to a minimum. New shoots can be pruned
regularly. The sap is poisonous, so clean hands after
pruning.
Hardiness zones 9 -11, (4°C/40°F,-5°C/25°F) in winter.
Extended periods below 40°F (4°C) might kill some of
the branch tips. In summer, if possible, move outdoors to
a sunny or partly shaded location. It needs a lot of
light and fresh air. Keep in a bright location in winter.
Ideally, growing temperature should not be below 54°F.
However, in winter, keep it cool, between 54-61°F. Give
the plant a needed rest.
Use a mix of 2 parts peat moss, and one part sand.
Fertilize monthly during spring and summer. Water when
growing, but keep on the dry side in winter. The tree
needs perfect drainage. It will lose leaves if over
watered.
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