screw pine
Pandanus tectorius 'Veitchii'
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Average
Hardiness Zone:
10 - 12
Flowers:
White bracts (male) greenish (female) Flowers
Sun:
full sun,part sun/part shade
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Moderate
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Thorny:
Yes
watering
Screw pine is a relatively low-maintenance plant that requires minimal watering. It prefers to stay slightly dry and should only be watered when the soil is dry to the touch. In most cases, screw pine should be watered once or twice a week, depending on temperature, light exposure, and humidity.
sunlight
Screw pine (Pandanus tectorius 'Veitchii') thrives in full sun. They should be planted in a spot that receives at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily. If possible, the plant should be placed in a location that gets morning sun with some protection from the afternoon sun. In areas with intense summer heat, dappled shade for part of the day is optimal.
pruning
Screw pine is a slow-growing plant and does not require frequent pruning. Pruning can be done to maintain a desired shape or to remove dead, diseased, or damaged branches. In general, pruning should only be done in late summer, after the new growth is established. For new plants, pruning should be done after 6 to 8 months of growth. For established plants, pruning should be done once every 2 to 3 years, although more frequent pruning may be needed for plants heavily pruned in the past.
