Plant Care Blue Billygoat Weed

Blue Billygoat Weed

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About Blue Billygoat Weed

Belonging to the family Asteraceae, this is a frost-tender annual to 1/2-1' tall with clusters of fluffy, aster-like flowers blooming from May to October. It is moderately drought tolerance but prefers rich, moist, well-drained soil and full sun. The plant is seldom damaged by rabbits and deer.

Taxonomy

Ageratum houstonianum
Ageratum
Asteraceae
Asterales

Also known as

Flossflower, Bluemink, Blueweed, Pussy foot and Mexican paintbrush

How to care for Blue Billygoat Weed

💦 Water

How often to water your Blue Billygoat Weed

Water needs for Blue Billygoat Weed
0.5 cups
every 9

Blue Billygoat Weed 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.

Calculate water needs of Blue Billygoat Weed

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Blue Billygoat Weed in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Blue Billygoat Weed: 1ft from a window
1ft or less from
a window

Blue Billygoat Weed love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

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

Blue Billygoat Weed does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

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

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Blue Billygoat Weed

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Blue Billygoat Weed: 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 Blue Billygoat Weed after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs
⭐ Difficulty Level

Blue Billygoat Weed is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

Benefits of Growing Blue Billygoat Weed →

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💦 Water Needs

Blue Billygoat Weed 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.

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

Blue Billygoat Weed 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 🏡.

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Blue Billygoat Weed Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →


🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Blue Billygoat Weed is extremely dangerous if consumed. 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 immediately. Blue Billygoat Weed is not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.

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🪴 Soil

Blue Billygoat Weed 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 Blue Billygoat Weed →

When and How to Successfully Repot Blue Billygoat Weed →


💩 Fertilizer

Blue Billygoat Weed should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Blue Billygoat Weed →


🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Blue Billygoat Weed can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 10a-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Blue Billygoat Weed Temperature Tolerance →


🍂 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 Blue Billygoat Weed, 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.


Care Summary for Blue Billygoat Weed

Blue Billygoat Weed

Blue Billygoat Weed


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 9 days

Placement

< 1ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

What other plant parents say

Blue Billygoat Weed has a Fast grower plant personality Fast grower 1
Blue Billygoat Weed has a Blooms easily plant personality Blooms easily 1
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05/16/2021

I hav absolutely zero complaints! This plant is perfect, it grows so quickly and the flowers are so pretty!

Fast grower Fast grower
Blooms easily Blooms easily

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