Astroloba congesta
Taxonomy
Astroloba congesta
Astroloba
Asphodelaceae
Asparagales

How to care for Astroloba congesta

How often to water your Astroloba congesta

every 12
Astroloba congesta needs 0.5 cups of water every 12 when it doesnât get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot located in Boston, Massachusetts.
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
12

Check the growing potential in your area
A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.
Boston, Massachusetts
30% Very Low

Growing Astroloba congesta in Boston right now
Plant growth potential is currently low đ
February 4th, 2023
Sunlight intensity as measured by ânet radiationâ in Boston is currently low đ.
The availability of high quality sunlight in your home impacts ability for plants to thrive and is key in determininâŠ
Sunlight will increase by 49.8% âïž
February 6th, 2023
Boston is trending towards greater sunlight intensity!
The amount of sunlight in Boston is expected to increase by 49.8% over the next 2 weeks to an average of 9.5 megajoules of energy per m2 per âŠ
Daylight will increase by 1.4 hours đ
February 8th, 2023
This month, Boston is getting an average of 6.7 hours of clear sky sunlight per day.
Hours of daylight will increase by 15.4% over the next two weeks. Your plants will get 10.7 total hours of daylâŠ
Finding light for Astroloba congesta in your home

a window
Astroloba congesta love being close to bright, sunny windows đ.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to ensure it receives enough light to survive during this time of reduced sunlight intensity in Boston, Massachusetts â .
Astroloba congesta does not tolerate low-light đ«.

How to fertilize Astroloba congesta

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 itâs likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Astroloba congesta after it doubles in size or once a yearâwhichever comes first.

Astroloba congesta thrives in dry soil and should be watered sparingly. 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
Astroloba congesta requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive đȘ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home đĄ.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantâs toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itâs 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.
Care Summary for Astroloba congesta
Astroloba congesta
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 12 days

< 1ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on your location in Boston, Massachusetts, the 4â pot your plant is in, and that it doesnât get direct sunlight.
