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Lady of the Night

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Brunfelsia americana

Genus

Brunfelsia

Family

Solanaceae

Order

Solanales

How to care for Lady of the Night

💦 Water

How often to water your Lady of the Night

Lady of the Night 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 Lady of the Night in your home

Lady of the Night love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

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

Lady of the Night does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

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

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Lady of the Night

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Lady of the Night: 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 Lady of the Night after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs

💦 Water Needs

Lady of the Night 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

Lady of the Night 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 🏡.

Lady of the Night Light Requirements →

Lady of the Night Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Lady of the Night 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. Lady of the Night is not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.

🪴 Soil

Lady of the Night 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 Lady of the Night →

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What Are Healthy Lady of the Night Roots →

💩 Fertilizer

Lady of the Night grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Lady of the Night →

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Lady of the Night can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 10a-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Lady of the Night Temperature Tolerance →

Lady of the Night Hardiness Zones →

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Winter Care for Lady of the Night →

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Is Lady of the Night a Weed? →

🍂 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 Lady of the Night, 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.