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Balloon Milk-Vetch

Also known as

balloonpod milkvetch and Whitney's Milkvetch

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Astragalus whitneyi

Genus

Astragalus

Family

Fabaceae

Order

Fabales

How to care for Balloon Milk-Vetch

💦 Water

How often to water your Balloon Milk-Vetch

Balloon Milk-Vetch 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 Balloon Milk-Vetch in your home

Balloon Milk-Vetch love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

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

Balloon Milk-Vetch does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Balloon Milk-Vetch in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Balloon Milk-Vetch

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Balloon Milk-Vetch: 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 Balloon Milk-Vetch after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs

💦 Water Needs

Balloon Milk-Vetch 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.

Balloon Milk-Vetch Water Frequency →

Balloon Milk-Vetch Root Rot →

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Balloon Milk-Vetch 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 🏡.

Balloon Milk-Vetch Light Requirements →

Balloon Milk-Vetch Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.

Balloon Milk-Vetch Toxicity to Cats →

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Balloon Milk-Vetch Toxicity to Humans →

🧐 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.