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Narrow-Leaf Lungwort

Also known as

Narrow-leaved Lungwort, Joseph and Mary and Long-Leaved Lungwort

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Pulmonaria longifolia

Genus

Pulmonaria

Family

Boraginaceae

Order

Boraginales

How to care for Narrow-Leaf Lungwort

💦 Water

How often to water your Narrow-Leaf Lungwort

Narrow-Leaf Lungwort 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 Narrow-Leaf Lungwort in your home

Narrow-Leaf Lungwort love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

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

Narrow-Leaf Lungwort does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Narrow-Leaf Lungwort in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Narrow-Leaf Lungwort

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Narrow-Leaf Lungwort: 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 Narrow-Leaf Lungwort after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

Plant ID and care help This beautiful baby popped up in the garden recently and I have no idea where it came from or what it is! Whatever it is I love it and and I’m really hoping I can pot it and bring it inside, since the majority of my indoor plants are currently succulents I’d appreciate it if anybody could ID what kind of plant this is:) The leaves are fuzzy but the stems are prickly. It was in a fully shaded spot. Also is anyone able to tell what caused the first leaf to turn light brown and crunchy? The roots seem okay to me so I’m thinking it’s just been underwatered? #PlantID #WhatPlantIsThis #OutdoorGrowing #NewPlant

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💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Narrow-Leaf Lungwort is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

Benefits of Growing Narrow-Leaf Lungwort →

Common Narrow-Leaf Lungwort Problems →

💦 Water Needs

Narrow-Leaf Lungwort 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.

Narrow-Leaf Lungwort Water Frequency →

Narrow-Leaf Lungwort Root Rot →

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Narrow-Leaf Lungwort 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 🏡.

Narrow-Leaf Lungwort Light Requirements →

Narrow-Leaf Lungwort Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Narrow-Leaf Lungwort is not known to cause harm to humans or pets. Regardless, if you, a family member, a cat, or dog has ingested any plant material, please consult a doctor or a veterinarian.

🪴 Soil

Narrow-Leaf Lungwort 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 Narrow-Leaf Lungwort →

When and How to Successfully Repot Narrow-Leaf Lungwort →

💩 Fertilizer

Narrow-Leaf Lungwort 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 Narrow-Leaf Lungwort →

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Narrow-Leaf Lungwort can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 3a-8b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Narrow-Leaf Lungwort Temperature Tolerance →

🍂 Yellow Leaves

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 Narrow-Leaf Lungwort, 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!

🧐 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.