How to care for Purple Crescent Moon

Last Update :2024.05.23

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1. Breeding environment

2. Reproduction method

3. Change pots regularly


Choose loose soil, and the pot should be as deep as possible; the temperature can be kept at about 25 degrees, and not lower than 5 degrees in winter; the light should be sufficient, and strong light should be avoided in summer; water should be controlled in summer and winter; Use some slow-release fertilizer in moderation. Reproduction is mainly by cuttings, and the survival rate is very high. It can be repotted in spring and autumn.


How to raise Purple Crescent Moon
1. Breeding environment

1. Breeding environment

1. Pot and soil: Zixianyue’s requirements are mainly reflected in air permeability, and loose soil should be selected. Red jade soil and peat can be used in a ratio of four to one. When choosing a basin, in addition to good air permeability, you should also use a deeper basin. Because of its large size, there will be insufficient space in a small basin.

2. Temperature: It is better to keep it in a warm range, which can be around 25 degrees. It has poor cold resistance, so it must be protected from the cold in winter and should not be lower than five degrees to ensure safety. The minimum temperature should not be lower than zero.

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3. Light: Sufficient light is very important for its growth. Big help and will affect its color. Good light will turn it a nice purple-red color. In summer, you need to avoid strong light as much as possible.

4. Watering: Water more in spring and autumn. However, water needs to be controlled due to high temperatures in summer. There is basically no need to water when it is very cold in winter.

5. Fertilization: Just use a little bit of slow-release fertilizer in an appropriate amount. The amount and concentration should not be too large.

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2. Reproduction methods

Purple Crescent Moon mainly reproduces by cuttings. Because it grows vigorously, you can choose a section at random, cut it off, dry it and make cuttings. Water the cuttings in time after cutting. They may be dry at first, but they will become normal after a while.

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3. Repot regularly

Repot when the soil is not suitable, either in spring or autumn. Use suitable soil, and the flower pots can also be changed. Water a little after changing.

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2. Reproduction method

3. Change pots regularly














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