The tiny, light green leaves are packed close together by the thousands. That's what makes a bob haircut so charming. Not everyone is able to keep it looking great for more than a few weeks after purchasing it. We want to change that.
How do I properly cultivate Bubikopf in the pot?
Give the Bubikopf abright, sunny locationin the house because it is not hardy. It doesn't place any demands on the substrate, but you should definitely keep itevenly moist. Fertilize it monthly from March to August with a complete flower fertilizer.
Can the bob in the pot go outside in the summer?
The bobhead (Soleirolia soleirolii), which comes from the nettle family (Urticaceae), loves fresh air. If you find aprotected placeoutside for him, then he can leave the house for thesummer months. But remember, especially on warm days, that the soil must never dry out.
Do I have to cut back the bob?
You do not need to cut your bob as it isnot necessaryfor its growth. But you can use scissors at any time if it grows too much or you no longer like its shape. The bobbed hair can easily tolerate even severe pruning.
How can I get my Bubikopf to bloom in the pot?
The Bubikopf was originally native to the Mediterranean islands of Mallorca, Corsica, Ibiza and Sardinia. It now grows throughout the Mediterranean region as a rock garden plant, where it displays its tiny white flowers every year. Even if you offer it ideal living conditions,the chances are rather slim that you will get the non-hardy little boy to bloom as a pure houseplant.
Can I propagate Bubikopf at home?
You can easily propagate a Bubikopf if you carefully divide it into several parts in the spring and then plant them in separate pots. Furthermore, shallow bowls or pots are recommended for compact growth. Alternatively, you can also cutcuttings. Rooting takes place in moist substrate at room temperature.
What should you pay attention to when caring for your bob haircut to thrive?
This nettle plant is not particularly susceptible to diseases or pests. It is actually mistakes in care that can cost him his life, or at least temporarily ruin his good looks. This helps keep him he althy:
- repot annually in spring
- Use potting soil with a pH value of 5-7
- always pour over a coaster or planter
- After one hour, pour away excess water
- Better to water too much rather than too little
- Administer liquid fertilizer with irrigation water
Is bobby head toxic to my pets?
The bobbed hair is absolutely non-toxic. It can be safely used in a household with small children and pets. Unfortunately, the rumor that it is poisonous still persists.
Tip
Bubikopf is also suitable as a ground cover
The carpet-forming bobhead is suitable as a ground cover in the terrarium or as an underplant for large winter garden plants. The blue bobhead (Isotoma fluviatilis) is hardy and also useful outside as a ground cover. However, he is only a bob in name, not even related to the real bob.
