Growing Shamrocks As Houseplants...

Growing Shamrocks as House Plants

Many hybrid Shamrocks are grown and sold as house plants in early spring. 
They are very easy to care for plants, but they do have a few cultural requirements.
Shamrocks grow best when they are grown in bright light but not direct sun, 
relatively cool temperatures and plenty of fresh air.
Keep the soil evenly moist when your Shamrocks are actively growing,
but allow them to slowly dry out and go into dormancy when they begin to lose vigor.

The Shamrock's Dormant Period Like all bulb type plants, Shamrocks require a period of dormancy every once in a while. Shamrock Plants grown in containers will need two or three rest periods every year to continue growing their best. When your Shamrock plant starts looking a little punky, stop watering and as the leaves all turn brown, pull them off. Set the planter somewhere that it will remain cool and dry for about two or three months. Note: The purple leaved varieties of Shamrocks only need about a month of rest. After your Shamrocks have enjoyed their 'vacation' you can resume watering and give them a shot of all purpose house plant food (10-10-10). In a very short time you will be rewarded with a happy new Shamrock!