Plant Care Broad-Leaved Dock

Broad-Leaved Dock

Also known as

Bitter dock, Bluntleaf dock, Dock leaf and Butter dock

Taxonomy

Rumex obtusifolius
Rumex
Polygonaceae
Caryophyllales

How to care for Broad-Leaved Dock

💦 Water

How often to water your Broad-Leaved Dock

Water needs for Broad-Leaved Dock
0.5 cups
every 9

Broad-Leaved Dock 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.

Calculate water needs of Broad-Leaved Dock

Water 0.5 cups every
9

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

Select the pot size

5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Broad-Leaved Dock in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Broad-Leaved Dock: 1ft from a window
1ft or less from
a window

Broad-Leaved Dock love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

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

Broad-Leaved Dock does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Broad-Leaved Dock in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Broad-Leaved Dock

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Broad-Leaved Dock: 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 Broad-Leaved Dock after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs
💦 Water Needs

Broad-Leaved Dock 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.

Broad-Leaved Dock Water Frequency →

Broad-Leaved Dock Root Rot →


☀️ Sunlight Needs

Broad-Leaved Dock 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 🏡.

Broad-Leaved Dock Light Requirements →

Broad-Leaved Dock Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →


🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Broad-Leaved Dock 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. Broad-Leaved Dock is not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.

Broad-Leaved Dock Toxicity to Cats →

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Broad-Leaved Dock Toxicity to Humans →


🪴 Soil

Broad-Leaved Dock 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 Broad-Leaved Dock →

When and How to Successfully Repot Broad-Leaved Dock →


💩 Fertilizer

Broad-Leaved Dock should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Broad-Leaved Dock →


🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Broad-Leaved Dock can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 4a-9b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Broad-Leaved Dock 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 Broad-Leaved Dock, 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.


Care Summary for Broad-Leaved Dock

Broad-Leaved Dock

Broad-Leaved Dock


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 9 days

Placement

< 1ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

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