The species has become a trend in the décor of sophisticated projects and is still known for warding off negative energy from the home
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The saint george's sword is more in vogue than ever in Brazilian homes. This plant stands out for its beauty, with long, pointed leaves that draw attention and make any space, no matter how simple, very elegant. It's no wonder that contemporary or minimalist projects bet on this beloved species. But aesthetics are far from the only reason this plant has taken the spotlight.
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Different religions depict the saint george's sword as something powerful and full of faith. Known for warding off envy and negativity, religions of african origin such as umbanda and candomblé believe the plant can serve as an orixá. In catholicism, it gets this name as a tribute to Saint George, who defeated a dragon with the tip of a spear. Regardless of religion, many believe that this plant can be synonymous with good luck and lightness for the project. The good news is that it also doesn't require much care to remain beautiful. Next, we've gathered everything you need to grow the saint george's sword.
Choose deep pots and place the seedling along with a layer of clay;
Choose a fertilizer of your preference and mix it with the soil (preferably 1/3 of the pot with soil);
Place the saint george's sword and cover with soil;
Water according to the weather: in very hot weeks, water twice. In winter, every 10 days.
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It is important to ensure that the watering of the saint george's sword is not done too frequently, as waterlogged soil can rot the roots and harm the development and growth of the plant — which, depending on the pot chosen as its home, can grow up to 80 cm tall. Another point of attention is that the saint george's sword needs to be in a place that receives indirect sunlight. It can be grown both indoors and outdoors, as long as it stays in partial shade and in an airy space. Fertilizing can be done annually and will ensure healthy, fast growth and a longer lifespan for your plant.
