Cashew Tree
Also known as
Cashew, Cashew, Cashew, Cashew tree and Cashew nut
Taxonomy
Anacardium occidentale
Anacardium
Anacardiaceae
Sapindales
How to care for Cashew Tree
Water
How often to water your Cashew Tree
every 9
Cashew Tree needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnāt get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot located in Madison, Wisconsin.
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.
Madison, Wisconsin
26% Very Low
Growing Cashew Tree in Madison right now
Plant growth potential is currently very low š
February 6th, 2023
Sunlight intensity as measured by ānet radiationā in Madison is currently very low š.
The availability of high quality sunlight in your home impacts ability for plants to thrive and is key in deteā¦
Sunlight will increase by 47.7% āļø
February 2nd, 2023
Madison is trending towards greater sunlight intensity!
The amount of sunlight in Madison is expected to increase by 47.7% over the next 2 weeks to an average of 8.0 megajoules of energy per m2 peā¦
Daylight will increase by 1.3 hours š
February 1st, 2023
This month, Madison is getting an average of 5.5 hours of clear sky sunlight per day.
Hours of daylight will increase by 13.8% over the next two weeks. Your plants will get 10.3 total hours of dayā¦
Finding light for Cashew in your home
a window
Cashew Tree may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves š, without ample sunlight.
Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to keep it happy during this time of reduced sunlight intensity in Madison, Wisconsin ā .
Nutrients
How to fertilize Cashew Tree
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 Cashew Tree after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.
When to repot Cashew Tree
Is this a good time of year to repot? No ā³
February 2nd, 2023
The growing potential in Madison 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 repotā¦
FAQs
Cashew Tree 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
Cashew Tree may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves š without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. 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.
Growing Outdoors
USDA Hardiness Zone
Cashew Tree can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 9a-12b. Find your local hardiness zone here.
Care Summary for Cashew Tree
Cashew Tree
Greg recommends:
Water
0.5 cups every 9 days
Placement
< 3ft from a window
Nutrients
Repot after 2x growth
Based on your location in Madison, Wisconsin, the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
