Sonchus arvensis aka Field Sowthistle

Taxonomy

Common names

Field Sowthistle, Sowthistle, Field Sow Thistle

How to care for Field Sowthistle

Difficulty

Even if you don't have a green thumb, you can successfully care for Field Sowthistle due to its easy-going nature.

Water

Field Sowthistle should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Soil

Field Sowthistle loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.

Lighting

To ensure optimal growth, the Field Sowthistle prefers bright diffused 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.

Toxicity

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.

Fertilizer

Repotting the Field Sowthistle should be done either when it has doubled in size or on a yearly basis, whichever occurs sooner. Fresh potting soil with all the required nutrients, refreshed annually, will provide the plant with all the necessary sustenance, making the use of fertilizer unnecessary. Keep in mind that plants receive their energy from the sun, not fertilizer.

Region of origin

Field Sowthistle’s native range is Europe, including Britain, south and east from Scandanavia to Spain and W. Asia.

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