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Lunaria Annua

Also known as

Annual Honesty, Annual Honesty, Honesty and Annual honesty

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Lunaria annua

Genus

Lunaria

Family

Brassicaceae

Order

Brassicales

How to care for Lunaria Annua

💦 Water

How often to water your Lunaria Annua

Lunaria Annua 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 Annual Honesty in your home

Lunaria Annua love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

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

Lunaria Annua does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Lunaria Annua in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Lunaria Annua

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Lunaria Annua: 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 Lunaria Annua after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

Plants gets new leaves but bottom leaves drop off

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💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Lunaria Annua is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

Benefits of Growing Annual Honesty →

Common Annual Honesty Problems →

💦 Water Needs

Lunaria Annua 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.

Annual Honesty Water Frequency →

Annual Honesty Root Rot →

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Lunaria Annua 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 🏡.

Annual Honesty Light Requirements →

Annual Honesty Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 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.

Annual Honesty Toxicity to Cats →

Annual Honesty Toxicity to Dogs →

Annual Honesty Toxicity to Humans →

🪴 Soil

Lunaria Annua 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!

Best Soil Mix for Annual Honesty →

When and How to Successfully Repot Annual Honesty →

💩 Fertilizer

Lunaria Annua 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.

How Much and When to Fertilize Annual Honesty →

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Lunaria Annua can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 5a-9b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Annual Honesty Temperature Tolerance →

🌱 Propagation

The seeds of Lunaria Annua can be used to grow new plants! After your plant flowers, any seeds that formed can be collected and germinated in potting soil.

How to Propagate Annual Honesty →

🧐 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.