Hydrophyllum capitatum aka Woollen Breeches

If you're looking for a plant that offers a moderate level of challenge, Woollen Breeches is a great choice to test your gardening skills.

Woollen Breeches should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

When growing Woollen Breeches, it is important to pay attention to the soil type you are using. This plant is very sensitive to dry soil and needs a potting soil that retains moisture. A good soil should still be well-draining and contain lots of organic matter. Coco coir or sphagnum moss are great options to provide the Ballhead Waterleaf with the nutrients and moisture it needs. The added organic matter will also help the soil retain water and prevent the Woollen Breeches from drying out too quickly. Before planting, make sure to mix compost or manure into the soil for extra nutrients. Also, make sure to water the Ballhead Waterleaf regularly, making sure to keep the soil evenly moist but never soggy. With the correct soil and watering regimen, the Woollen Breeches will thrive and bring lots of beauty to your home.

To ensure optimal growth, the Woollen Breeches prefers bright indirect light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.

During the cold period, it is common for Woollen Breeches to go dormant, resulting in a slowdown of growth. To accommodate this, waterings should be spaced out more.

There is no verified data on the toxicity of this plant in the records of Ploi. If any person, including yourself, a family member, or a pet, consume plant material with an uncertain toxicity level, it is advisable to seek the advice of a healthcare expert.

New growth will sprout from the top of the Woollen Breeches as it grows vertically.

Woollen Breeches’s native range is Western N. America - Alberta to British Columbia, south to Oregon and Colorado.