How to grow and care for Artemisia tridentata
plant care guide about watering, fertilizing, trimming, repotting, cutting, propagating Artemisia tridentata
Artemisia tridentata 101 - Plant Care Instructions
Bright indirect light
16C° ~24C°
Every 7 days
Botany Encyclopedia
Genus : Artemisia
🔖 Care Tips
It is best to plant in the yard during spring. High humidity can lead to rust or mold, so maintain a well-ventilated environment. The roots can spread sideways, so if they spread too much, remove them periodically.
🏝️ Habitat Conditions
This plant thrives in dry and warm areas.
🪨 Soil Mix
This plant is from a dry region. Plant it in well-draining, dry soil.
🌡️ Environment
The ideal temperature is 20-25°C. Some varieties can thrive outdoors even in winter, so check accordingly. It's best to keep the humidity low.
☀️ Light
Place the plant in a location with plenty of sunlight.
💧 Water
This plant thrives in dry conditions. When planting in the yard, water it if the soil dries out during the first month. After that, only water during extended droughts. If potted, water when the soil dries out.
🌱 Propagate
It is common to propagate by division in spring after 2-3 years.
🪴 Repot
Repotting every 2-3 years is recommended. You can also propagate by dividing the plant during repotting.
💊 Fertilize
Fertilizer is not needed in large amounts, but if you choose to use it, apply lightly in spring following the recommended dosage. Avoid fertilizing immediately after repotting; wait 2-4 weeks before doing so.
🌺 Flower
Most species bloom from summer to fall, but the flowers are not showy. Therefore, many people remove the flower stalks to encourage leaf growth.
😵 Toxicity
Be cautious with pets and young children as it is toxic.
water
How to water Artemisia tridentata
How often should I water?
check Artemisia tridentata Every 7 days if it needs water when it’s very cold (below 5℃), water less frequently
When do I need to water?
the top 2-3 inches of soil is dry
Light & Location
How much light does a Artemisia tridentata need?
Bright indirect light
Grow light
Light preference
Artemisia tridentata likes Bright indirect light, Grow light day. The brighter the space, the better this plant grows.
Check if there’s an optimal place in your house!
This plant prefers
2K ~ 10K lux to thrive!
0
20K~
2K
10K
Temperature
Houseplants
-15
16~24℃
45
Plants that grow in the wild and those that grow indoors prefer different temperatures. If you grow Artemisia tridentata at home, make sure the temperature is 16~24℃.
Humidity
Ideal humidity
0
40~70%
100
Artemisia tridentata prefers humidity about 40~70%. If necessary, increase humidity by misting, humidifier.
Fertilize
Collective Knowhow
When should I fertilize?
Only when your plant is healthy
How frequently should I fertilize?
1-2 times in growing season. A pinch for a small pot.
Characteristic
The taxonomic classification of Artemisia tridentata is as follows. - Kingdom: Plantae, Phylum: Tracheophyta, Class: Magnoliopsida, Order: Asterales, Family: Asteraceae, Genus: Artemisia, Species: Artemisia tridentata
| Taxonomy Name | Taxonomy Value |
|---|---|
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Artemisia |
| Species | Artemisia tridentata |
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