California Goldenbush
Also known as
California goldenbush, mock heather and California heathgoldenrod
Taxonomy
Ericameria ericoides
Ericameria
Asteraceae
Asterales
How to care for California Goldenbush
Water
How often to water your California Goldenbush
every 9
California Goldenbush needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnāt get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot located in San Jose, California.
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.
San Jose, California
38% Low
Growing California Goldenbush in San Jose right now
Plant growth potential is currently low š
January 23rd, 2023
Sunlight intensity as measured by ānet radiationā in San Jose is currently low š.
The availability of high quality sunlight in your home impacts ability for plants to thrive and is key in determinā¦
Sunlight will increase by 31.3% āļø
January 29th, 2023
San Jose is trending towards greater sunlight intensity!
The amount of sunlight in San Jose is expected to increase by 31.3% over the next 2 weeks to an average of 10.9 megajoules of energy per m2ā¦
Daylight will increase by 0.7 hours š
January 22nd, 2023
This month, San Jose is getting an average of 8.1 hours of clear sky sunlight per day.
Hours of daylight will increase by 7.5% over the next two weeks. Your plants will get 10.3 total hours of dayā¦
Finding light for California Goldenbush in your home
a window
California Goldenbush 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 San Jose, California ā .
California Goldenbush does not tolerate low-light š«.
Nutrients
How to fertilize California Goldenbush
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 California Goldenbush after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.
When to repot California Goldenbush
Is this a good time of year to repot? No ā³
January 23rd, 2023
The growing potential in San Jose 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 repoā¦
FAQs
California Goldenbush 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
California Goldenbush 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.
Growth Pattern
California Goldenbush will branch off as it grows. To encourage branching, pinch off the newest growth at the tip and the stem will branch off into two.
Care Summary for California Goldenbush
California Goldenbush
Greg recommends:
Water
0.5 cups every 9 days
Placement
< 1ft from a window
Nutrients
Repot after 2x growth
Based on your location in San Jose, California, the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
