Eastern Prairie Marbleseed

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Lithospermum parviflorum

Genus

Lithospermum

Family

Boraginaceae

Order

Boraginales

How to care for Eastern Prairie Marbleseed

💦 Water

How often to water your Eastern Prairie Marbleseed

Eastern Prairie Marbleseed needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t 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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☀️ Light

Finding light for Eastern Prairie Marbleseed in your home

Eastern Prairie Marbleseed love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Eastern Prairie Marbleseed does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Eastern Prairie Marbleseed in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Eastern Prairie Marbleseed

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Eastern Prairie Marbleseed: repot after 2X growth

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 it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Eastern Prairie Marbleseed after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs

💦 Water Needs

Eastern Prairie Marbleseed 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

Eastern Prairie Marbleseed requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.