Bristly Matilija Poppy
Also known as
bristly Matilija poppy and hairy Matilija poppy
Taxonomy
Romneya trichocalyx
Romneya
Papaveraceae
Ranunculales
How to care for Bristly Matilija Poppy
Water
How often to water your Bristly Matilija Poppy
every 9
Bristly Matilija Poppy needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnāt 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 Bristly Matilija Poppy in your home
a window
Bristly Matilija Poppy love being close to bright, sunny windows š.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Bristly Matilija Poppy does not tolerate low-light š«.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Bristly Matilija Poppy in your home š”.
Nutrients
How to fertilize Bristly Matilija Poppy
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 itās likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Bristly Matilija Poppy after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.
FAQs
Bristly Matilija Poppy 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
Bristly Matilija Poppy requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive šŖ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home š”.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantās toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itās always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control atĀ US (800) 222-1222.Ā If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atĀ US (888) 426-4435.
Growth Pattern
Bristly Matilija Poppy will branch off as it grows. To encourage branching, pinch off the newest growth at the tip and the stem will branch off into two.
Care Summary for Bristly Matilija Poppy
Bristly Matilija Poppy
Greg recommends:
Water
0.5 cups every 9 days
Placement
< 1ft from a window
Nutrients
Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
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