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Before you can begin to grow the coffee plant you need to create a space specifically for it. The coffee plant can be planted both outdoors and indoors and you can choose whether you live in a small apartment or have a sprawling backyard. If you opt to grow inside, ensure not to put it in an area of direct sunlight as it prefers diffused light. If you try to grow it outside, understand that these plants can become quite large, so it'll require enough space without interference. Most people suggest that you try to grow your coffee plant indoors instead of outside. Coffee plant growth is not possible in other areas than the tropics because of unstable temperatures. Varying humidity levels, cold weather, intense heat indexes and other changes in the seasons can inhibit the development of your coffee plant. It is easy to create the ideal conditions inside for your plant to thrive and continue to grow for a long time. But, you can grow it in a greenhouse as long as you control humidity, sunlight and temperature. Check out here to find out breaking news on coffee maker. Seedlings or coffee cherries or coffee beans in green form for your arabica coffee plant. Some of the smaller nurseries might sell potted coffee plants, however these are difficult to find therefore you'll have to hunt for freshly picked coffee cherries as well as green seeds. Be aware that it's unlikely to grow coffee plants using a coffee bean that's had roasted. After you've removed the cherries from the cherries or bought green coffee beans on their own and are prepared to plant. In the beginning you will require the proper soil. Take into consideration the way that arabica coffee plants develop in their natural surroundings. They are situated in tropical, mountainous regions that receive substantial humidity and a lot of water. The soil should be nutrient-rich and allow the roots of the plant to reach deeply. A soil with an acidity of around 6 is the ideal. Also, you must ensure the plant has proper drainage as excess pooling of water is not beneficial to the plant. It is necessary to develop a plan for coffee plant care to encourage healthy growth. It is important to ensure that you water your plant well enough that the soil does not dry out too much. You can also use a pebble tray filled with water to maintain humidity. You can check the pH of your fertilizer every couple of months, and fertilize when needed. Regular pruning can be beneficial for its growth, which you could do every spring. Repotting the coffee plant will become required as it develops. It's another option to take in spring when the plant is more than 2 feet tall. Initially, you'll want to start your first repot once the plant grows about 8 inches tall, and once it reaches 24 inches high approximately during its first full year. You must ensure that you are managing your repotting properly. The roots require space to flourish, but placing a tiny plant in too large of a pot is not recommended.