Melica picta — an easy houseplant, prefers full sun light
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Melica picta

Melica Picta

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Melica picta is a species of grass in the family Poaceae that can be found in Europe, northwestern Africa and southwestern Asia.

A note from PlantMom

Nodding melick has good resistance to disease and is generally not prone to illnesses. Regarding care, this plant is relatively low maintenance. When grown outdoors it needs minimal watering, and larger specimens usually do not require pruning. Smaller plants, however, should be pruned after they finish blooming. Nodding melick is suitable for anyone with an outdoor area, such as a garden or deck, and does not demand a lot of care experience.

— PlantMom
CARE GUIDE

How to keep Melica Picta.

Fertilizer

Nodding melick benefits from extra nutrients to encourage healthy new growth. In spring, adding compost around the base of the plant can effectively supply the nutrition it requires. Fertilizing supports vigorous growth and helps the plant resist diseases and pests.

CHARACTERISTICS

Botanical profile.

Plant Type
Grass
Life Cycle
Perennial
Genus
Melica
Family
Poaceae
Hardiness Zone
5-8
Leaf Type
Deciduous
Native Area
Turkey, Austria, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Romania, Bulgaria, Armenia, Poland, Croatia, Slovenia, Ukraine, Serbia, Russia, Germany, Finland, Azerbaijan, Hungary
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Melica picta leaf
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Melica picta habit
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