Cleome spinosa

Tarenaya spinosa is native to bright, open habitats where it flourishes in full sun. It tolerates partial sun but prefers direct sunlight for optimal growth. As an annual or biennial, this plant is noted for its sun-loving habit.

Tarenaya spinosa comes from tropical areas, where the climate is generally warm and humid. Therefore, it is well adapted to high temperatures and humidity. It does not tolerate sudden temperature changes and prefers a steady temperature, so avoiding temperature fluctuations indoors is important. It typically cannot withstand cold and needs warmer conditions for growth. If the ambient temperature falls too low, the plant may stop growing or even die.

This plant prefers dry conditions, so don't mist it. However, watering it less often can also thrive in higher humidity.

After Tarenaya spinosa has opened most of its flowers to full size, resume fertilizing. When the blooms are at their peak production, fertilize every three to four weeks, weather permitting. Once Tarenaya spinosa begins to produce fewer new blooms, stop fertilizing; there is no need to feed the plant when it can no longer produce more flowers.