Bolivian Sunset Plant Plant Care

Bolivian Sunset Plant (Satyria boliviana) belongs to the Ericaceae family within the Satyria genus. Bolivian Sunset Plant is native to Bolivia. Bolivian Sunset Plant is also known as Bolivian Purple Velvet Plant.

Bolivian Sunset Plant displays a low spreading groundcover growth habit, reaching up to 0.5 ft tall with a spread of approximately 1.5 ft. Bolivian Sunset Plant produces small bell-shaped flowers in shades of pink, white, or purple.

Leaf size: approximately 2 inches.

Water a young or newly planted Bolivian Sunset Plant every 4–7 days, soaking the whole root zone, until it is established — usually one to two growing seasons. Established shrubs mainly need water during long dry spells. In a container, water whenever the top few centimetres of soil are dry.

Bolivian Sunset Plant thrives in partial to full shade. The optimal light range is 50–200 lux. Avoid placing Bolivian Sunset Plant in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.

Satyria boliviana tolerates temperatures of 50–75°F. Bolivian Sunset Plant prefers humidity levels of 40–60%.

Well-draining acidic soil mix with peat moss and pine bark. Good drainage is essential for Bolivian Sunset Plant to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.

Feed Bolivian Sunset Plant every 8 months during the growing season with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer at the rate on the label. Established shrubs in good soil often need little extra feeding, so let weak growth or pale foliage guide you.

Stop feeding by late summer so new growth can harden before winter.

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Choose a spot with partial to full shade and well-draining acidic soil mix with peat moss and pine bark. Avoid low spots where water collects after rain.

Bolivian Sunset Plant is suited to USDA Zone 12a.

Plant container-grown or balled-and-burlapped shrubs in spring or early autumn, setting the root flare at soil level, and water well after planting.

Bolivian Sunset Plant can spread to about 2 ft (0.5 m) and reach about 1 ft (0 m) tall. Space plants about 2 ft (0.5 m) apart so mature crowns don't crowd each other, and plant at least half that distance from buildings, fences and paths.

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Prune Bolivian Sunset Plant while it is dormant in late winter: first remove dead, damaged and crossing branches, then thin lightly for shape.

If it flowers in spring, prune right after flowering instead so you don't remove next year's buds. Never take off more than about a quarter of the shrub in one year.

Bolivian Sunset Plant is frost-tender (hardy to USDA zone 12). In colder areas grow it in a container and move it to a bright, frost-free place before the first frost.

Bolivian Sunset Plant can be propagated through seeds, division of rhizomes. Similar propagation techniques also apply to none plant care, which shares the same genus.

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Bolivian Sunset Plant is susceptible to spider mites, aphids, root rot. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.

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Bolivian Sunset Plant grows outdoors in USDA Zone 12a. It survives winters down to planting zone 12a. Bolivian Sunset Plant is native to Bolivia. In cooler regions, grow Bolivian Sunset Plant as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.