How to grow and care for Erigeron coulteri Porter & Coult.
plant care guide about watering, fertilizing, trimming, repotting, cutting, propagating Erigeron coulteri Porter & Coult., Coulter's fleabane
Erigeron coulteri Porter & Coult. 101 - Plant Care Instructions
Bright indirect light
16C° ~24C°
Every 7 days
Botany Encyclopedia
Genus : Erigeron
🔖 Care Tips
Germination temperature is 10-18°C, and the germination period is 2-4 weeks. The best time to plant seeds is in spring and autumn. When planting, gently press the soil. This plant can naturally propagate in the yard without being planted. It spreads easily due to its strong vitality, but it can be difficult to remove later. Consider this before planting. To prevent spreading, remove flower stalks after blooming to prevent seed formation, and remove visible plants to slow down the spread.
🏝️ Habitat Conditions
This plant grows in the temperate regions of North America. It thrives in well-lit areas.
🪨 Soil Mix
This plant thrives in various soils, but it's best to grow it in well-draining soil. Typically, mix 40% potting soil, 20% bark, 20% leaf mold, 10% perlite, and 10% charcoal. However, you can adjust the ratio based on conditions and environment.
🌡️ Environment
The ideal temperature is 18-23°C. It might survive winter outdoors. Maintain humidity at 40-50%.
👀 Characteristics details
It is easy to confuse with daisies. However, this plant is taller and has larger flowers than daisies.
☀️ Light
Place the plant in a spot with plenty of sunlight.
💧 Water
Plant the seeds and water them when the soil dries until they sprout. Once established, they grow well without frequent watering. This plant adapts and thrives even in dry and poor conditions.
🌱 Propagate
When grown outdoors, pollination occurs naturally by wind and insects, leading to seed formation and dispersal. Another method of propagation is to divide the clusters in spring and fall.
💊 Fertilize
Generally not necessary, but during spring to summer, spraying on the leaves or diluting in water and using within the recommended amount can promote more vigorous growth.
🌺 Flower
It typically blooms in the summer (June to September). Although similar to daisies, it belongs to a different genus. It is taller and has larger flowers compared to daisies.
😵 Toxicity
Be cautious with pets and young children as it is toxic.
water
How to water Erigeron coulteri Porter & Coult.
How often should I water?
check Erigeron coulteri Porter & Coult. 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 Erigeron coulteri Porter & Coult. need?
Bright indirect light
Grow light
Light preference
Erigeron coulteri Porter & Coult. 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!
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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 Erigeron coulteri Porter & Coult. at home, make sure the temperature is 16~24℃.
Humidity
Ideal humidity
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40~70%
100
Erigeron coulteri Porter & Coult. 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 Erigeron coulteri Porter & Coult. is as follows. - Kingdom: Plantae, Phylum: Tracheophyta, Class: Magnoliopsida, Order: Asterales, Family: Asteraceae, Genus: Erigeron, Species: Erigeron coulteri
| Characteristic Name | Characteristic Value |
|---|---|
| Lifespan | Perennial |
| Taxonomy Name | Taxonomy Value |
|---|---|
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Erigeron |
| Species | Erigeron coulteri |
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