
California Goldenbanner
Also known as
Thermopsis californica velutina, Thermopsis fabacea, Thermopsis gracilis velutina, Thermopsis macrophylla velutina and Thermopsis velutina
Taxonomy
Thermopsis californica
Thermopsis
Fabaceae
Fabales

How to care for California Goldenbanner

How often to water your California Goldenbanner

every 9
California Goldenbanner 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

Check the growing potential in your area
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 California Goldenbanner in your home

a window
California Goldenbanner love being close to bright, sunny windows đ.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
California Goldenbanner does not tolerate low-light đ«.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of California Goldenbanner in your home đĄ.

How to fertilize California Goldenbanner

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 California Goldenbanner after it doubles in size or once a yearâwhichever comes first.

California Goldenbanner 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
California Goldenbanner 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
California Goldenbanner 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
California Goldenbanner 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 itâs refreshed yearly, you shouldnât need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
Care Summary for California Goldenbanner
California Goldenbanner
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 1ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4â pot your plant is in, and that it doesnât get direct sunlight.
