Annual Marsh Elder
Also known as
annual marsh elder and sumpweed
Taxonomy
Iva annua
Iva
Asteraceae
Asterales
How to care for Annual Marsh Elder
Water
How often to water your Annual Marsh Elder
every 9
Annual Marsh Elder 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
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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 Annual Marsh Elder in your home
a window
Annual Marsh Elder love being close to bright, sunny windows š.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Annual Marsh Elder does not tolerate low-light š«.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Annual Marsh Elder in your home š”.
Nutrients
How to fertilize Annual Marsh Elder
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 Annual Marsh Elder after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.
FAQs
Annual Marsh Elder 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
Annual Marsh Elder 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
Annual Marsh Elder grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.
Care Summary for Annual Marsh Elder
Annual Marsh Elder
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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