Coffee

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Coffee plants are ideal for coffee lovers looking for an easy care plant to decorate the home. They are a member of the genus Coffea in the family Rubiaceae. They have lush shiny soft green leaves attached to long thin branches.

Water: Keep planting mix moist.
Light: Place in bright indirect sun light indoors.
Continuing Care: Spray leaves with water to keep them shiny and encourage growth.  Mix two tablespoons of peat moss into the potting medium every two months to promote proper growing conditions.
Temperature: Performs well at average indoor temperatures.
Fertilizer: Use a camellia or azalea fertilizer once per month diluted to 1/2 the amount recommended on label.
USDA Zones: 10