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Here’s a detailed care guide for Iresine herbstii ‘Yellow’, also known as Yellow Bloodleaf or Chicken Gizzard Plant (Yellow variety) 🌿 — a vibrant ornamental plant known for its bright yellow-green foliage and bushy growth.
Here is a comprehensive care guide for your Iresine Herbsti 'Yellow' :
🌞 Light
Best: Bright, indirect sunlight or filtered light.
Tolerates: Partial shade, but leaves will become less vibrant in low light.
Avoid: Harsh direct midday sun—it can cause leaf burn. Morning or late afternoon sun is ideal.
🌡️ Temperature
Ideal range: 18–30°C
Avoid: Below 12°C — it’s sensitive to cold and frost.
Perfect for tropical and subtropical climates.
💧 Watering
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Water when the top 2–3 cm of soil feels dry.
In summer: frequent watering (every 2–3 days).
In winter: reduce frequency, but don’t let it dry completely.
💡 Tip: Yellowing or drooping leaves often indicate overwatering or poor drainage.
🌱 Soil
Use well-draining, fertile soil.
Ideal mix:
1 part garden soil
1 part cocopeat or peat moss
1 part perlite or sand
Add organic compost for better color and vigor.
🍽️ Fertilizer
Feed every 15–20 days during active growth (spring to monsoon).
Use a balanced liquid fertilizer (NPK 10:10:10) or an organic fertilizer like seaweed or vermicompost tea.
Avoid overfeeding — excess nitrogen can cause weak stems.
✂️ Pruning
Regular pruning encourages a bushy shape and maintains compactness.
Pinch off the growing tips every few weeks.
Remove any faded or leggy stems to promote new growth.
🪴 Repotting
Repot once every year or two, preferably in early spring.
Choose a slightly larger pot with good drainage holes.
🌸 Propagation
Very easy from stem cuttings.
Take 10–12 cm cuttings from healthy stems.
Root them in water or moist cocopeat.
Roots appear within 7–10 days.
🐛 Common Problems Iresine Herbsti 'Yellow'
Issue
Cause
Solution
Leaves turning pale
Low light or nutrient deficiency
Move to brighter light, feed monthly
Drooping leaves
Overwatering or poor drainage
Check soil, trim damaged roots
Pests (aphids, mealybugs)
Humid, stagnant air
Wipe leaves with neem oil spray weekly
🌿 Bonus Tip
Iresine looks stunning when planted in mixed borders, hanging baskets, or decorative pots, and pairs beautifully with dark-leaved plants for contrast.
