Narrow-Leaf Lungwort
Also known as
Narrow-leaved Lungwort, Joseph and Mary and Long-Leaved Lungwort
Taxonomy
Pulmonaria longifolia
Pulmonaria
Boraginaceae
Boraginales
How to care for Narrow-Leaf Lungwort
Water
How often to water your Narrow-Leaf Lungwort
every 9
Narrow-Leaf Lungwort needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnât 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
Light
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A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.
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Finding light for Narrow-Leaf Lungwort in your home
a window
Narrow-Leaf Lungwort love being close to bright, sunny windows đ.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Narrow-Leaf Lungwort does not tolerate low-light đ«.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Narrow-Leaf Lungwort in your home đĄ.
Nutrients
How to fertilize Narrow-Leaf Lungwort
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 itâs 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 yearâwhichever comes first.
FAQs
Narrow-Leaf Lungwort is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!
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.
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 đȘ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home đĄ.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantâs toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itâs 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.
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.
Fertilizer
Narrow-Leaf Lungwort grows very slowly and doesnât require added fertilizer. Replacing your plantâs potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
Growing Outdoors
USDA Hardiness Zone
Narrow-Leaf Lungwort can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 3a-8b. Find your local hardiness zone here.
Care Summary for Narrow-Leaf Lungwort
Narrow-Leaf Lungwort
Greg recommends:
Water
0.5 cups every 9 days
Placement
< 1ft from a window
Nutrients
Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4â pot your plant is in, and that it doesnât get direct sunlight.
