Water
Water thoroughly when the top 5 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot. Reduce watering frequency in winter to allow the soil to dry out more between waterings.
Cephalaria aytachii is a perennial herb native to Turkey, known for its attractive foliage and distinctive, pale yellow, pincushion-like flower heads.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-drained, gritty, sandy, loam
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in average room temperatures; hardy in many climates.
Low
25% intensity
Requires minimal fertilization; feed sparingly in growing season.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water thoroughly when the top 5 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot. Reduce watering frequency in winter to allow the soil to dry out more between waterings.
Deadhead spent flower stalks to encourage further blooming and maintain a tidy appearance. In late autumn or early spring, cut back the old foliage to ground level to promote fresh growth for the new season.
Propagate by dividing established clumps in early spring or by sowing seeds outdoors in autumn. Seed-sown plants may take longer to establish and flower compared to divisions.
Repotting is rarely necessary for established garden plants. For container-grown specimens, repot every 2-3 years in spring if the plant becomes root-bound, using a well-draining potting mix.
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Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Dipsacales |
| Family | Caprifoliaceae |
| Genus | Cephalaria |
| Species | Cephalaria aytachii |
Similar in genus Cephalaria
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