Blackthorn

Blackthorn 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.

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Blackthorn 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 🏡.

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Blackthorn Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

Blackthorn is extremely dangerous if consumed. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian immediately. Blackthorn is not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.

Is Blackthorn Edible? →

Blackthorn Toxicity to Cats →

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Blackthorn Toxicity to Humans →

Blackthorn is very sensitive to dry soil, so choose a potting soil that retains moisture. A good soil will still drain well and contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir or sphagnum moss.

Best Soil Mix for Blackthorn →

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When and How to Successfully Repot Blackthorn →

What Are Healthy Blackthorn Roots →

Blackthorn grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Blackthorn →

USDA Hardiness Zone
Blackthorn can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 4a-8b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

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Winter Care for Blackthorn →

Best Companion Plants for Blackthorn →

Is Blackthorn a Weed? →

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Blackthorn, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!

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.

• Common Bugs Affecting Blackthorn →

What Eats Blackthorn? →

• Drooping Blackthorn Leaves →
• Blackthorn Dropping Leaves →
• Black Spots on Blackthorn →
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• Blackthorn Leaves Falling Over →
• Blackthorn Leaves Curling →
• Blackthorn Yellow Leaves →
• Blackthorn Root Rot →
• Why Is My Blackthorn Wilting? →