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Tree Germander

About Tree Germander

Tree Germander is a relatively rare houseplant 🌿 that is easy to grow and needs regular watering to thrive. They do best in long-lasting, direct light ☀️ and should be less than 1 foot from a window.

Tree Germander likes soil that is well draining. Your plant shouldn't need added fertilizers if you repot each time it doubles in size.

Tree Germander belongs to the Teucrium genus, and is native to the Western Mediterranean.

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Teucrium fruticans

Genus

Teucrium

Family

Lamiaceae

Order

Lamiales

Also known as

Shrubby germander

How to care for Tree Germander

💦 Water

How often to water your Tree Germander

Tree Germander 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 Tree Germander in your home

Tree Germander love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

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

Tree Germander does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

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

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Tree Germander

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

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💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

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

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💦 Water Needs

Tree Germander 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.

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

Tree Germander 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 🏡.

Tree Germander Light Requirements →

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🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Tree Germander 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

Tree Germander 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 Tree Germander →

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💩 Fertilizer

Tree Germander grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Tree Germander →

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Tree Germander 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.

Tree Germander Lifecycle →

Tree Germander Size Guide →

How and When to Prune Tree Germander →

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Tree Germander can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 8a-10b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Tree Germander Temperature Tolerance →

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🍂 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 Tree Germander, 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.