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How to grow and care for Polygonum arenastrum Boreau

plant care guide about watering, fertilizing, trimming, repotting, cutting, propagating Polygonum arenastrum Boreau, Small leaved wireweed, Small-leaved knotweed

Polygonum arenastrum Boreau 101 - Plant Care Instructions

Bright direct

16C° ~24C°

Every 7 days

Water

How to water Polygonum arenastrum Boreau

How often should I water?

check Polygonum arenastrum Boreau 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

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Light & Location

How much light does a Polygonum arenastrum Boreau need?

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Bright direct

Grow light

Light preference

Polygonum arenastrum Boreau likes Bright direct 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 ~ 20K lux to thrive!

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20K~

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20K

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Temperature

Natural habitat

-15

3~35℃

45

Houseplant temperate preference

-15

16~24℃

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Plants that grow in the wild and those that grow indoors prefer different temperatures. If you grow Polygonum arenastrum Boreau at home, make sure the temperature is 16~24℃.

Humidity

Houseplant temperate preference

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40~70%

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Polygonum arenastrum Boreau prefers humidity about 40~70%. If necessary, increase humidity by misting, humidifier.

Fertilize

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

Polygonum arenastrum Boreau is a member of Polygonaceae.

Characteristic NameCharacteristic Value
LifespanAnnual, Perennial
Hardiness Zone4 - 8
Taxonomy
Taxonomy NameTaxonomy Value
PhylumTracheophyta
ClassMagnoliopsida
OrderCaryophyllales
FamilyPolygonaceae
GenusPolygonum
SpeciesPolygonum arenastrum

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