Dalbergia sericea — an easy houseplant, prefers full sun light
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Dalbergia sericea

Dalbergia Sericea

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A note from PlantMom

Silver bush is resistant to disease and, overall, is not easily affected by illnesses. In terms of care, this plant is fairly low-maintenance. When grown outdoors it needs only light watering, and larger specimens usually do not require pruning. Smaller specimens, however, should be pruned after they finish blooming. Silver bush is well suited to anyone with an outdoor area, such as a garden or deck, and does not demand extensive experience in plant care.

— PlantMom
CARE GUIDE

How to keep Dalbergia Sericea.

Light

Silver bush is native to bright, open settings like sunny meadows and the borders of forests, where light is abundant. It flourishes under direct sunlight, but can also endure partial sun exposure, displaying adaptability to diverse sunlight conditions.

Temperature

Silver bush showcases impressive resilience to fluctuating temperatures, and it withstands hotter climates quite well. When confronted with elevated temperatures, careful attention should be given to hydration and adequate shading as a precaution against sun damage. That being said, the Silver bush doesn't have a great resistance to colder climates. It can endure a certain level of cold, however, extremely cold conditions may result in frost damage.

Fertilizer

It is vital to apply fertilizer to Silver bush at the right time. Start fertilizing in the early months of spring and continue on a monthly basis until the start of summer. Fertilizer aids in the development of beautiful flowers and supplies energy during dormant and growth periods.

CHARACTERISTICS

Botanical profile.

Plant Type
Tree
Life Cycle
Perennial
Genus
Dalbergia
Family
Fabaceae
Hardiness Zone
8-11
Mature Height
0.49 m to 11.89 m
Mature Spread
2.13 m
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Deciduous
Flower Color
Pink
Flower Size
15.24 cm
Bloom Time
Summer, Early fall, Mid fall
Planting Time
Spring, Summer
Harvest Time
Late summer, Fall, Early winter
PLATES
Dalbergia sericea leaf
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Dalbergia sericea bark
PLATE 02 · bark
Dalbergia sericea bark
PLATE 03 · bark
Dalbergia sericea habit
PLATE 04 · habit
Dalbergia sericea habit
PLATE 05 · habit
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