Adenium Swazicum Care: How To Grow The Swazicum Desert Rose
Ever the subject of debate is the genus Adenium of up to 11 species. Many experts insist that most of these species are all subspecies of Adenium obesum. One of
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The Adenium aka Desert Roses have a unique growth pattern. When growing in a pot, plants develop an enlarged lower stem section called a caudex. This thick base can reach 10′ – 12″ inches (25 to 30 cm) in diameter and be completely out of proportion to the rest of the plant.
This attractive plant has smooth, light tan bark, The leaves are concentrated near the tips of the branches. The flowers range from bright pink to red. The funnel-shaped flowers also are borne near the branch tips. Adenium make excellent bonsai specimens. Check out the articles below for details on more growing and care of Desert Rose plants.
Adenium Boehmianum Growing and Care
Humankind has always had a morbid fascination with danger, and this often translates into the garden. A perfect example is Adenium boehmianum, the bushman poison plant. The people in its
Desert Rose Root Rot: Saving Adenium From Rooting Roots
Desert Rose (Adenium obesum) is a tropical plant that thrives in humid climates. It is typically a problem-free plant, but it can be subject to fungal or bacterial stem rot
How To Control Desert Rose Pests And Diseases
Desert Roses are not immune to diseases or attacks from aphids, mealybugs, plant scale, and other common ailments that affect them. This article looks at controlling these pests and diseases.
Adenium Arabicum Growing And Care (Arabicum Desert Rose)
Adenium Arabicum (Desert Rose) often flowers before leaves appear. Some consider Arabicum to be a subspecies of Adenium Obesum, but it has not been proven. This article shares care details.
Tips On Caring For Adenium Socotranum
Adenium Socotranum is the rarest and largest of the Adenium genus reaching over 10′ feet in height. We share growing and care details.
How To Repot A Desert Rose – Repotting Adenium Plants
How and when should you repot a desert rose? These desert plants do well with coarse, sharp draining soil. Repot during warm weather when plants are in active growth – mid-spring is best. Click on this article to learn more about transplanting Desert Rose Adeniums.
Why Doesn’t My Desert Rose Flower? Tips For Blooms
Having trouble making your Desert Rose flower? Find out what you might be doing wrong and how to get your Adenium plant to truly shine. Check out this article to learn more about making your Desert Rose bloom.
Tips On Caring For Desert Rose Outdoors: Growing Adenium Outside
All five varieties of Desert Rose, aka Adenium, are native to semi-arid or arid climates. They can also adapt very readily to semi-tropical and tropical settings. Adenium obesum the most
Tips On Desert Rose Watering
Desert Roses are succulent plants, deciduous shrubs, and a small tree growing 4′ and 6′ feet tall. Botanically known as Adenium, it belongs to the genera Apocynaceae. It’s native to
Desert Rose Varieties: Are There Other Types of Adenium Plants?
The Desert Rose (Adenium obesum) is a drought-tolerant succulent. Read our tips on Desert Rose care. This plant thrives in high-light conditions, soaking up sunlight to produce beautiful blooms with
Desert Rose Fertilizer and Growing Tips
Scientifically known as Adenium [a-DEE-nee-um], the desert rose is a succulent plant with fleshy stems and bright-hued flowers. The flowering plant is a species of the Apocynaceae genus along with Dipladenia, from the dogbane family. Sun-loving Adenium plants resemble
Growing The Black Desert Rose Adenium
Black Adenium Obesum aka Black Desert Rose is a succulent that grows in the desert region of Africa. It thrives in hot, dry conditions and does not require a greenhouse. Beautiful flowers and makes a great bonsai plant. [CARE INFO]
Why Do I Have Yellow Leaves On My Desert Rose Plant?
Desert Rose plants (Adenium obesum) can develop yellow leaves for several reasons. Some as simple and benign as a change of seasons. Desert Rose plants’ leaves may turn yellow in
Pruning Desert Rose Plants: When | Why | How
One of the most beautiful succulents to collect is Adenium obesium (a-DEE-nee-um oh-BEE-sum), or desert rose. Sometimes referred to as mock azalea or Adenium obesum, this wonderful plant is extremely
How To Get Rid of Aphids on Desert Rose
The desert rose, or Adenium obesum, is a popular and striking addition to gardens. It’s hardy, drought-tolerant, and adds a splash of color to any yard with bright green leaves
What Is The Best Desert Rose Soil?
So you want to know – What is the best Soil for growing Desert Rose plants? The short answer is a well drained soil. Since the Desert Rose (Adenium obesum)
Desert Rose Care: How To Grow Adenium Obesum Plants
Summary: For best results keep Desert Rose (Adenium obesum) plants in high light for 6 hours or more per day. During the spring and summer growing season keep the soil
Desert Rose Bonsai How To Grow And Care For Adenium Bonsai
Question: Can You Grow Desert Rose as a Bonsai? Answer: Yes, growing an Adenium obesum or Desert Rose bonsai style is a great way to enjoy these plants. Adenium obesum
Desert Rose Poisonous: Are Desert Roses Poisonous or Toxic?
Desert Rose plants are semi-succulent shrubs belonging to the family Apocynaceae that includes Periwinkle plants. It is grown as an evergreen ornamental plant in gardens and as an attractive houseplant
Learn How To Grow Desert Rose Seeds
Is it difficult to grow Adenium or Desert Roses from seeds? The answer – NO! They are also fun to discover new flower colors and forms only found in true