Why can I not use Leaf Shine by Miracle-Gro on hard cactus stalks or leaved ones? What do I use on air plants to make them shine?
By Ivamarie
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I have raise and have raised plants for years. Leafy, prickly,tall, short and I am a firm believer in only the natural. Chemicals and plants aren't a good mix.
If they get dusty, I may run them thru a cool (bathroom) shower mist (leafy ones like wandering jew, spider plants, or various ferns got this treatment once or twice a year).
When I raised Jade plants, kalachoe, mother in law tongues, and big and little rubber tree plants, I would feather duster dust them or wipe down gently with an old cotton undershirt and cool water every few weeks.
Cacus were left alone as were African violets and primrose, as they are delicate in their own ways. Excess water isn't good for them and neither is the rubbing motion of dusting as it can cause damage to their structure.
Some people swear by a dab of real mayo to shine leaves like the Jade's/mother in law tongues/rubber trees, but I was always afraid it would attract bugs, even if wiped off with cool water.
Hope this helps!
It is generally used by florists to make the plants more attractive to the buyer. It may protect against some insects, but you can do that yourself by examining the plant often and using insecticidal soap.' I wouldn't use it.
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