Sensitive plant - Mimosa microphylla

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    Okay so I was wondering how hard this would be to grow indoors in Colorado. I do have an HPS lamp which will help me but im not overly sure on the correct type of soil to use or any thing else. I think that this would make a fun addition to my garden but I have heard it can be hard to grow. Any info would be greatly welcomed!
     
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    lorax Rising Contributor 10 Years

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    I've never found any of the Fabaceae to be difficult to grow in the least. The key is soil that's a bit sandy and very free-draining. They'll do best on a 12-hours-on, 12-hours-off light cycle.
     
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    can any one suggest a good soil mixture for this plant i would like it to be as happy as possible. From what i understand it requires more of a sandy soil to live a full life. So how, and what should be used to mix in for its soil.
     
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    OK, I'll try and give you what's in my soils where I grow Mimosa. About 40% sand, 50% loam or composted material, 10% coir or peat.
     

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