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Wandering Sailor

4.5 out of 5 (2 experiences)

Fast grower

Survivor

About Wandering Sailor

Kenilworth Ivy is a very short herbaceous perennial that forms a dense mat. It has kidney-shaped medium green leave and tiny blue-violet flowers that resemble snapdragons. It is native to Europe and Asia and often grown as a ground cover.

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Cymbalaria muralis

Genus

Cymbalaria

Family

Plantaginaceae

Order

Lamiales

Also known as

Kenilworth Ivy, Kenilworth Ivy, Ivy-leaved Toadflax, Coliseum Ivy, Oxford Ivy and Mother of Thousands

How to care for Wandering Sailor

💦 Water

How often to water your Wandering Sailor

Wandering Sailor 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.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Kenilworth Ivy in your home

Wandering Sailor may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves 🍃, without ample sunlight.

Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Wandering Sailor in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Wandering Sailor

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Wandering Sailor: 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 Wandering Sailor after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Wandering Sailor is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

💦 Water Needs

Wandering Sailor 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

Wandering Sailor may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves 🍃 without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Wandering Sailor 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

Wandering Sailor 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

Wandering Sailor 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.

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Wandering Sailor is a naturally climbing plant and can be trained to climb indoors if you provide a moss pole or trellis. The newest growth will emerge from the end of the stems.

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Wandering Sailor can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 5a-8b. 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.