If you enjoy coffee then you should know that the actual coffee plant, scientifically termed as Coffea arabica, is the plant that provides our favorite early morning beverage and is equally a beautiful indoor plant which adds style and look of green foliage to the interiors of the house. This plant is popular among indoor plant lovers because it is small in size and it produces glossy green leaves. But like any houseplant the coffee plant needs proper care and attention in order to grow and flourish.
Choosing a Coffee Plant for You Home:
Coffee plants can be effectively used in any indoor garden setting. It has colourful and textured leaves, grows to a reasonable height, and has the bonus of being linked to coffee beans. What is more, if you wait and take proper care, it is possible to wait for flowering, during which the decorative plant will delight the eyes with white flowers and give cherries containing coffee beans.
Coffee Arabica Plant Care Tips
That is why special attention should be paid to the care of the coffee tree, growing it indoors. Here’s a comprehensive guide to ensure its health and longevity:
1. Light Requirements
The coffee plant only requires bright, indirect exposure to sunlight. Generally it can withstand moderate direct sunlight in the morning but it cannot handle scorched afternoon sun. If you can’t find a sunny window then it is better to place the plant closer to the southern exposure or use a grow light.
2. Watering
Another that has to be irrigated is the plant that produces coffee arabica beans. Currently provide moderate irrigation to the plant because excessive watering to the plants will result in root decay. Make sure your plant is dry by touching the soil up to the first knuckle when you water it and there should always be a drainage hole in the pot.
3. Soil and Fertilizer
Coffee plants have a preference for well-drained slightly acidic soil. One that is intended for use in houseplants, or one that has been supplemented with peat moss is ideal. Bromide liquid fertilizer should be used every 4- 6 weeks, with special attention being given during growth periods, which are spring and summer.
4. Pruning and Maintenance
Pruning can be done occasionally to correct the shape of the plant and to promote fuller growth. Prune it as necessary, if you find yellow or unhealthy leaves that draw attention from the colorful foliage.
Common Issues and Solutions
● Yellowing Leaves: It is normally associated with over-watering or inadequate drainage. Check to confirm that the pot has good drainage holes, and also you should water your plant less frequently than you used to.
● Brown Leaf Tips: It could be caused by several things including low humidity in the environment. Bump up the level of misting recommended for the technology or bring a humidifier close to it.
● Pests: Be on the lookout for the usual ‘house’ bugs such as spider mites and mealy bugs. Control them mechanically by washing them with insecticidal soap or by applying neem oil on plants.
How to Style the Coffee Plant for Indoor Setting
Grow coffee plants along with other plants such as the Croton Mammy plant that boasts different shades of color on its leaves. This contrast forms an attractive combinative image. To make it visually appealing you can use decorative pots or you can share the coffee plant on a plant stand.
Benefits of Growing a Coffee Plant
The coffee plant improves the quality of air in your room and is also purely an ornament in your living room. Most people who cultivate coffee plants consider it to be a fun endeavor and the result of the harvest which is the cherries is normally satisfying.
Conclusion
Coffee plant is certainly a joy to have and what a pleasure to take care of an indoor garden! When well taken, the coffee arabica plant will do more for your home than just grow, it will beautify your home too. From its shiny bright leaves to its possible capability of yielding coffee cherries, this plant is beautiful and useful.
Bring a bit of the tropics into your home and enjoy the journey of nurturing your very own coffee plant!