Arabica Coffee Plant

conditions, so think of any future cherries as a bonus, not the point). It's a solid step-up plant: not hard, but it does want consistency. Give it good light and steady water and it grows fast and full. It's also a dramatic communicator: when it's thirsty, the whole plant droops, then perks right back up after a drink. Keep it away from pets, though, since the plant is considered toxic to cats and dogs. Care snapshot Light: Bright, indirect light, like a spot near an east- or south-facing window with the harshest sun filtered. Too little light and growth gets sparse. Water: Keep the soil lightly, evenly moist. Water when the top half-inch dries; a full droop means you've waited a touch too long, and it recovers quickly. Humidity: Appreciates a bump above bone-dry apartment air. Grouping it with other plants or a nearby humidifier keeps the leaf edges happy. Pet-safe: No. Coffee plants are considered toxic to cats and dogs. Keep out of reach. What ships: A 4-inch or 6-inch plant in its nursery grow pot with a care card. Plants ship as leafy young foliage plants, not fruiting trees. Pairs nicely with an Areca Palm if you're building a bright, leafy corner.