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Tutsan

About Tutsan

Tutsan is a popular houseplant 🌿 that is easy to grow and needs regular watering to thrive. They do best in long-lasting, direct light ☀️ and should be less than 1 foot from a window.

Tutsan likes soil that is well draining. Your plant shouldn't need added fertilizers if you repot each time it doubles in size.

Tutsan belongs to the Hypericum genus, and is native to Europe, Northern Africa, and Western Asia.

⚠️ Tutsan is not safe to consume. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian. If you have children, cats, or dogs in the home, we suggest keeping this plant out of reach.

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Hypericum androsaemum

Genus

Hypericum

Family

Hypericaceae

Order

Malpighiales

Also known as

Shrubby st. john's wort and Sweet-amber

How to care for Tutsan

💦 Water

How often to water your Tutsan

Tutsan needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Tutsan in your home

Tutsan love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Tutsan does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Tutsan in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Tutsan

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Tutsan: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Tutsan after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Tutsan is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

Benefits of Growing Tutsan →

Common Tutsan Problems →

💦 Water Needs

Tutsan prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Tutsan Water Frequency →

Tutsan Root Rot →

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Tutsan requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Tutsan Light Requirements →

Tutsan Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Tutsan is not safe to consume. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian. If you have children, cats, or dogs in the home, we suggest keeping this plant out of reach.

🪴 Soil

Tutsan does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Tutsan →

When and How to Successfully Repot Tutsan →

What Are Healthy Tutsan Roots →

💩 Fertilizer

Tutsan grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Tutsan →

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Tutsan will branch off as it grows. To encourage branching, pinch off the newest growth at the tip and the stem will branch off into two.

Tutsan Lifecycle →

Tutsan Size Guide →

How and When to Prune Tutsan →

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Tutsan can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 6a-9b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Tutsan Temperature Tolerance →

Tutsan Hardiness Zones →

Is Tutsan a Weed? →

🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Tutsan, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.