I have a small plant, a couple of beans in a 5" pot which have grown in a perlite type soil. It has stayed warm, I mist it 1 sometimes 2 times a week, but tend to give a good water from the bottom twice a week. It seems to have a browning leaves. I am super worried I may loose it. It indoors. in almost constant 21 DC or more (70F). What can I do to salvage it?
1 top leaf is proper brown and will be removed tomorrow, and the leaves are thinner and less waxy/luscious. Please help!
@clodester Hi, sorry for not replying sooner. I'm not a plant person and grew mine on a wing and a prayer so to speak. With mine leafs either started to turn brown or shrivel up and die. Why this happens I'm not sure but if you Google coffee plant growing tips you get a lot of results. I think the keys are to keep it out of direct sunlight and make sure it has adequate pot space. Maybe check the soil to see if it's not too dry? I'm sure it'll be okay tho. Drop a line in the future and good luck!
@Ibringthetruth1 Don't be discouraged, I'd give it a go. We had expensive furnace problems during a real cold spell but the space heater didn't help. As long as they have bright indirect light and don't get too cold then everything should work well. Go for it!
@BigolePappy2 The Vancouver, BC area. Unfortunately though it got really cold in my house one winter ago and she couldn't handle it. Sorry to say the leafs fell off and she died.
That plant looks sooo healthy... I would like to try to grow a coffee bean plant indoor as well. Do you get a lot of net bugs in the house or bugs on the plant?
@rypetkypar Hi, just ordinary potting soil though someone commented that a volcanic soil would be better. I'm not much a plant grower but luckily this one has survived.
Do you have any tips on growing these? I bought a coffee plant from gurneys, it's about 8" tall with six leaves, but it doesn't look like it will survive. I have it in a sunny window where it stays about 70-80 degrees because of the heat register below (I'm in a northern state) and have been keeping the soil moist but well drained (I potted it in a citrus tree mix because I read that the soil needs to be moist but airy). Any ideas what could be killing mine off?
I'm sorry but I don't. This has been a miracle plant for me and should have died years ago considering the way I treat plants. Somehow it's prospered and become a dear friend of mine!
My understanding is if you crop them they'll be way more productive. Maybe 4' - 4.5' , they like peat moss in the soil. Hope that helps. Beautiful tree though.
I totally agree with you about a larger pot. I've been meaning to do it for so long. I didn't realize that about volcanic soil, thanks for the headsup.
My coffee beans are starting to come up! It's been about 2 1/2 months since I planted them in potting soil and peat moss/humus. Right now they look like a coffee bean with a green stick on the bottom. I'm eagerly awaiting to see the next stage of growth. These little beans sure aren't in a hurry. What is the best fertilizer for these guys?
men i have 1 of those plants, yourst looks like need some water and more light..... Mine dont has given me even 1 bean how i can accelerate this process????
Thanks for the reminder about water, it's definitely a water-drinker. It's really hard to find coffee plant care info on the internet so I've had to wing it where growing is concerned. The beans literally took over 15 years to appear though there might be a way to speed up the process. You might be right about needing more light.
I just bought 18 dwarf arabica coffee seeds. The directions say it could take up to 3 months to germinate. I'll probably have to grow them inside the house or a warm greenhouse. I know they can't take freezing weather.
I had no idea it takes that long to germinate. I bought this 15 years ago when it was 6" high. I'm sure you're right about freezing weather, they definitely like a warmer environment like your house.
Well, it's always been inside with lots of indirect sunlight. As I understand it, coffee plants are usually grown under a canopy of trees so I've tried to replicate the conditions somewhat. I don't have much patience myself (or a green thumb) but it's done pretty well on it's own. If you ever get a coffee plant you'll be glad you did, they're a beautiful plant!
COOL! Was the plant never outside or did it just stand there in the shade? I have loads of chilipepper plants myself but i would NEVER have the patience for a coffeeplant! :-D
i have about 7 young plants in 6 inch pot... should i divide them to individual pots?
hanwooj 2 weeks ago
@hanwooj Might be an idea. I think they need lots of root space.
ethicomm 2 weeks ago
I have a small plant, a couple of beans in a 5" pot which have grown in a perlite type soil. It has stayed warm, I mist it 1 sometimes 2 times a week, but tend to give a good water from the bottom twice a week. It seems to have a browning leaves. I am super worried I may loose it. It indoors. in almost constant 21 DC or more (70F). What can I do to salvage it?
1 top leaf is proper brown and will be removed tomorrow, and the leaves are thinner and less waxy/luscious. Please help!
clodester 3 weeks ago
@clodester Hi, sorry for not replying sooner. I'm not a plant person and grew mine on a wing and a prayer so to speak. With mine leafs either started to turn brown or shrivel up and die. Why this happens I'm not sure but if you Google coffee plant growing tips you get a lot of results. I think the keys are to keep it out of direct sunlight and make sure it has adequate pot space. Maybe check the soil to see if it's not too dry? I'm sure it'll be okay tho. Drop a line in the future and good luck!
ethicomm 2 weeks ago
Did you roast any beans?
Ibringthetruth1 1 month ago
@Ibringthetruth1 No, there weren't enough to do that. Unfortunately she died a few years ago.
ethicomm 1 month ago
@ethicomm damn. they need their own climate. was thinking of growing one but you convinced me.
Ibringthetruth1 1 month ago
@Ibringthetruth1 Don't be discouraged, I'd give it a go. We had expensive furnace problems during a real cold spell but the space heater didn't help. As long as they have bright indirect light and don't get too cold then everything should work well. Go for it!
ethicomm 1 month ago
where do u live how did u do this ?
blackrazz2000 1 month ago
Where do you live? Coffee plants are picky
BigolePappy2 7 months ago
@BigolePappy2 The Vancouver, BC area. Unfortunately though it got really cold in my house one winter ago and she couldn't handle it. Sorry to say the leafs fell off and she died.
ethicomm 1 month ago
Mine died
AngelikavonDeutschla 9 months ago
That plant looks sooo healthy... I would like to try to grow a coffee bean plant indoor as well. Do you get a lot of net bugs in the house or bugs on the plant?
LoniYoni 10 months ago
@LoniYoni Not at all though it might have something to do with the area I live (Pacific Northwest).
ethicomm 1 month ago
@AuronWarrior how big is your pot?
mizzoulibertarian 1 year ago
@mizzoulibertarian Around 14 inches though it would love bigger.
ethicomm 1 month ago
nice work. what soil did you use?
rypetkypar 1 year ago
@rypetkypar Hi, just ordinary potting soil though someone commented that a volcanic soil would be better. I'm not much a plant grower but luckily this one has survived.
ethicomm 1 year ago
I have just planted mine
yzujq 2 years ago
haha! this is awesome! I was born and raised in Colombia's coffee grower's area and I've never seen a coffee tree planted in a pot like that.
I'm gonna plant wheat and pumpkin's in my living room :D
wihenao 2 years ago
Do you have any tips on growing these? I bought a coffee plant from gurneys, it's about 8" tall with six leaves, but it doesn't look like it will survive. I have it in a sunny window where it stays about 70-80 degrees because of the heat register below (I'm in a northern state) and have been keeping the soil moist but well drained (I potted it in a citrus tree mix because I read that the soil needs to be moist but airy). Any ideas what could be killing mine off?
dave11F 2 years ago
I'm sorry but I don't. This has been a miracle plant for me and should have died years ago considering the way I treat plants. Somehow it's prospered and become a dear friend of mine!
ethicomm 2 years ago
My understanding is if you crop them they'll be way more productive. Maybe 4' - 4.5' , they like peat moss in the soil. Hope that helps. Beautiful tree though.
jus1gear 2 years ago
Thanks for your suggestion about the peat moss and cropping. I know it's going to totally need a larger pot than it has.
ethicomm 2 years ago
I would suggest poting your plant in a far larger pot with volcanic soil.
idahobaldwin 3 years ago
I totally agree with you about a larger pot. I've been meaning to do it for so long. I didn't realize that about volcanic soil, thanks for the headsup.
ethicomm 3 years ago
My coffee beans are starting to come up! It's been about 2 1/2 months since I planted them in potting soil and peat moss/humus. Right now they look like a coffee bean with a green stick on the bottom. I'm eagerly awaiting to see the next stage of growth. These little beans sure aren't in a hurry. What is the best fertilizer for these guys?
HighPlainsWoman 3 years ago
men i have 1 of those plants, yourst looks like need some water and more light..... Mine dont has given me even 1 bean how i can accelerate this process????
andreskind 3 years ago
Thanks for the reminder about water, it's definitely a water-drinker. It's really hard to find coffee plant care info on the internet so I've had to wing it where growing is concerned. The beans literally took over 15 years to appear though there might be a way to speed up the process. You might be right about needing more light.
ethicomm 3 years ago
Thanks for sharing your video....love your coffee plant.....
amymint5 3 years ago
where ,can you get these plants from or can you purchase seeds ,cheers
pegasuswa 3 years ago
I got this at a regular nursery but seeds are available on Ebay for a few dollars.
ethicomm 3 years ago
I'm germinating a few Dwarf Arabica seeds at the moment. Your plant looks lovely.
andefs 3 years ago
I just bought 18 dwarf arabica coffee seeds. The directions say it could take up to 3 months to germinate. I'll probably have to grow them inside the house or a warm greenhouse. I know they can't take freezing weather.
HighPlainsWoman 3 years ago
I had no idea it takes that long to germinate. I bought this 15 years ago when it was 6" high. I'm sure you're right about freezing weather, they definitely like a warmer environment like your house.
ethicomm 3 years ago
with that amount..maybe a cup or two lol (you need alot of beans)
loopofpoop 3 years ago
I'm afraid you're right, I might see some beans but likely never a cup of coffee!
ethicomm 3 years ago
AAAA.012218Z JUN 2008 Good video this well done.......AR.
fourwayscottage 3 years ago
Well, it's always been inside with lots of indirect sunlight. As I understand it, coffee plants are usually grown under a canopy of trees so I've tried to replicate the conditions somewhat. I don't have much patience myself (or a green thumb) but it's done pretty well on it's own. If you ever get a coffee plant you'll be glad you did, they're a beautiful plant!
ethicomm 3 years ago
yes is a plant for semi-shadow, it drinks a lot of water!!! i dunno why i give mine water every day if i dont feed it the leaves fall.
andreskind 3 years ago
COOL! Was the plant never outside or did it just stand there in the shade? I have loads of chilipepper plants myself but i would NEVER have the patience for a coffeeplant! :-D
maasle 3 years ago