Lesser Burdock
Also known as
Lesser Burrdock, Lesser Burrdock, Lesser burdock, Little burdock, Louse-bur, Common burdock, Button-bur, Cuckoo-button and Wild rhubarb
Taxonomy
Arctium minus
Arctium
Asteraceae
Asterales
How to care for Lesser Burdock
Water
How often to water your Lesser Burdock
every 9
Lesser Burdock needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnāt get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
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Water 0.5 cups every
9
Light
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Finding light for Lesser Burrdock in your home
a window
Lesser Burdock love being close to bright, sunny windows š.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Lesser Burdock does not tolerate low-light š«.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Lesser Burdock in your home š”.
Nutrients
How to fertilize Lesser Burdock
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 Lesser Burdock after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.
FAQs
Lesser Burdock is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!
Sunlight Needs
Lesser Burdock 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
Lesser Burdock 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
Lesser Burdock 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
Lesser Burdock grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.
Growing Outdoors
USDA Hardiness Zone
Lesser Burdock can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 3a-10b. Find your local hardiness zone here.
Propagation
The seeds of Lesser Burdock 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 Lesser Burdock
Lesser Burdock
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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