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About Mulberry Weed
Mulberryweed is an erect, branched summer annual, resembling a mulberry seedling. The stems and leaves are hairy, the leaves are roughly triangular in outline with toothed margins. The flowers are in feathery clusters in the leaf axils. The plants flower from late spring through early fall, then die after frost.
Taxonomy
Fatoua villosa
Fatoua
Moraceae
Rosales
Also known as
Crabweed and Hairy crabweed

How to care for Mulberry Weed

How often to water your Mulberry Weed

every 9
Mulberry Weed 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

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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 Mulberry Weed in your home

a window
Mulberry Weed may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves š, without ample sunlight.
Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Mulberry Weed in your home š”.

How to fertilize Mulberry Weed

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 Mulberry Weed after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.

Mulberry Weed is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!
Water Needs
Mulberry Weed 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
Mulberry Weed 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.
Soil
Mulberry Weed 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
Mulberry Weed 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
Mulberry Weed grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.
Growing Outdoors
USDA Hardiness Zone
Mulberry Weed can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 5a-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.
Propagation
The seeds of Mulberry Weed can be used to grow new plants! After your plant flowers, any seeds that formed can be collected and germinated in potting soil.
Care Summary for Mulberry Weed
Mulberry Weed
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 3ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
