Boreal Indian Paintbrush
Also known as
boreal paintbrush
Taxonomy
Castilleja pallida
Castilleja
Orobanchaceae
Lamiales
How to care for Boreal Indian Paintbrush
Water
How often to water your Boreal Indian Paintbrush
every 9
Boreal Indian Paintbrush needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnāt 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
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.
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Finding light for Boreal Indian Paintbrush in your home
a window
Boreal Indian Paintbrush love being close to bright, sunny windows š.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Boreal Indian Paintbrush does not tolerate low-light š«.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Boreal Indian Paintbrush in your home š”.
Nutrients
How to fertilize Boreal Indian Paintbrush
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 Boreal Indian Paintbrush after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.
FAQs
Boreal Indian Paintbrush 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
Boreal Indian Paintbrush 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
Boreal Indian Paintbrush is very sensitive to dry soil, so choose a potting soil that retains moisture. A good soil will still drain well and contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir or sphagnum moss.
Care Summary for Boreal Indian Paintbrush
Boreal Indian Paintbrush
Greg recommends:
Water
0.5 cups every 9 days
Placement
< 1ft from a window
Nutrients
Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
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