Narrowleaf Stoneseed
Also known as
narrowleaf stoneseed, fringed gromwell, narrowleaf puccoon and plains stoneseed
Taxonomy
Lithospermum incisum
Lithospermum
Boraginaceae
Boraginales

How to care for Narrowleaf Stoneseed

How often to water your Narrowleaf Stoneseed

every 9
Narrowleaf Stoneseed needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnāt get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot located in Tallahassee, Florida.
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

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.
Tallahassee, Florida
45% Low

Growing Narrowleaf Stoneseed in Tallahassee right now
Plant growth potential is currently medium š
January 26th, 2023
Sunlight energy as measured by ānet radiationā in Tallahassee is currently medium š.
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Tallahassee is trending towards greater sunlight intensity!
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Finding light for Narrowleaf Stoneseed in your home

a window
Narrowleaf Stoneseed 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 Tallahassee, Florida ā .
Narrowleaf Stoneseed does not tolerate low-light š«.

How to fertilize Narrowleaf Stoneseed

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 Narrowleaf Stoneseed after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.

Narrowleaf Stoneseed 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
Narrowleaf Stoneseed 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
Narrowleaf Stoneseed grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.
Growing Outdoors
USDA Hardiness Zone
Narrowleaf Stoneseed can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 3a-7b. Find your local hardiness zone here.
Care Summary for Narrowleaf Stoneseed
Narrowleaf Stoneseed
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 1ft from a window

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