Lizard's Tail 'Hertford Streaker'

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Saururus cernuus 'Hertford Streaker'

Genus

Saururus

Family

Saururaceae

Order

Piperales

How to care for Lizard's Tail 'Hertford Streaker'

💦 Water

How often to water your Lizard's Tail 'Hertford Streaker'

Lizard's Tail 'Hertford Streaker' needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

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Water 0.5 cups every
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Lizard's Tail 'Hertford Streaker' in your home

Lizard's Tail 'Hertford Streaker' love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

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

Lizard's Tail 'Hertford Streaker' does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Lizard's Tail 'Hertford Streaker' in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Lizard's Tail 'Hertford Streaker'

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Lizard's Tail 'Hertford Streaker': 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 Lizard's Tail 'Hertford Streaker' after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Lizard's Tail 'Hertford Streaker' 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 🏡.

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Lizard's Tail 'Hertford Streaker' 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

Lizard's Tail 'Hertford Streaker' 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!

💩 Fertilizer

Lizard's Tail 'Hertford Streaker' is a fast growing plant and may deplete the nutrients in its soil over time. Replenish them with a gentle organic fertilizer or compost every 1-2 months depending on your location and season. Fertilize more often during the growing season and in warmer and brighter climates.

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Lizard's Tail 'Hertford Streaker' can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 4a-9b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

🧐 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.