Plant Care Juniper Mistletoe

Juniper Mistletoe

Taxonomy

Arceuthobium juniperi-procerae
Arceuthobium
Santalaceae
Santalales

How to care for Juniper Mistletoe

💦 Water

How often to water your Juniper Mistletoe

Water needs for Juniper Mistletoe
0.5 cups
every 9

Juniper Mistletoe 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

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

Select the pot size

5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Juniper Mistletoe in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Juniper Mistletoe: 1ft from a window
1ft or less from
a window

Juniper Mistletoe love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

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

Juniper Mistletoe does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

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

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Juniper Mistletoe

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

💡 FAQs
💦 Water Needs

Juniper Mistletoe 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.


☀️ Sunlight Needs

Juniper Mistletoe 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 🏡.


🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Juniper Mistletoe 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. Juniper Mistletoe is not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.


🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Juniper Mistletoe can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 5a-9b. Find your local hardiness zone here.


🧐 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 Juniper Mistletoe

Juniper Mistletoe


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.

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