Downy Yellow False Foxglove
About Downy Yellow False Foxglove
Downy Oak Leach is an herbaceous perennial and hemiparasitie on white oaks. It is commonly found in the mountains in dry to mesic forests, and along streambanks. The yellow flowers open June-August in terminal clusters of yellow funnel-shaped blooms atop downy stems. They prefer partial sun in rocky, clay or sandy loams.
Taxonomy
Aureolaria virginica
Aureolaria
Orobanchaceae
Lamiales
Also known as
downy yellow false foxglove and downy oak leach
How to care for Downy Yellow False Foxglove
Water
How often to water your Downy Yellow False Foxglove
every 9
Downy Yellow False Foxglove needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnāt get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot located in Fort Worth, Texas.
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
Light
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.
Fort Worth, Texas
39% Low
Growing Downy Yellow False Foxglove in Fort Worth right now
Plant growth potential is currently low š
January 24th, 2023
Sunlight intensity as measured by ānet radiationā in Fort Worth is currently low š.
The availability of high quality sunlight in your home impacts ability for plants to thrive and is key in determā¦
Sunlight will increase by 24.5% āļø
January 27th, 2023
Fort Worth is trending towards greater sunlight intensity!
The amount of sunlight in Fort Worth is expected to increase by 24.5% over the next 2 weeks to an average of 10.8 megajoules of energy peā¦
Daylight will increase by 0.7 hours š
January 26th, 2023
This month, Fort Worth is getting an average of 6.9 hours of clear sky sunlight per day.
Hours of daylight will increase by 7% over the next two weeks. Your plants will get 10.7 total hours of dayā¦
Finding light for Downy Yellow False Foxglove in your home
a window
Downy Yellow False Foxglove love being close to bright, sunny windows š.
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 Fort Worth, Texas ā .
Downy Yellow False Foxglove does not tolerate low-light š«.
Nutrients
How to fertilize Downy Yellow False Foxglove
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 itās likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Downy Yellow False Foxglove after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.
When to repot Downy Yellow False Foxglove
Is this a good time of year to repot? No ā³
January 29th, 2023
The growing potential in Fort Worth is low š.
Repotting in late fall or winter when the day lengths are shorter can be very stressful for a plant and cause it to go into shock.
It's best to reā¦
FAQs
Downy Yellow False Foxglove 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
Downy Yellow False Foxglove requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive šŖ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home š”.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantās toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itās always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control atĀ US (800) 222-1222.Ā If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atĀ US (888) 426-4435.
Soil
Downy Yellow False Foxglove 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!
Fertilizer
Downy Yellow False Foxglove is a fast growing plant and may deplete the nutrients in its soil over time. Replenish them with a gentle organic fertilizer or compost every 1-2 months depending on your location and season. Fertilize more often during the growing season and in warmer and brighter climates.
Growth Pattern
Downy Yellow False Foxglove grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.
Care Summary for Downy Yellow False Foxglove
Downy Yellow False Foxglove
Greg recommends:
Water
0.5 cups every 9 days
Placement
< 1ft from a window
Nutrients
Repot after 2x growth
Based on your location in Fort Worth, Texas, the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
