How often should I water Mesosphaerum suaveolens?
Water regularly, allowing the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering during cooler months or when the plant is dormant.
Mesosphaerum suaveolens, commonly known as Pignut, is a fragrant perennial native to the Americas, featuring aromatic foliage and purple flowers.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Soil
Well-draining soil. Tolerates a range of soil types, including sandy and loamy.
Temperature
Thrives in temperatures between 18-25 °C.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Fertilize sparingly in spring with a balanced fertilizer.
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering.
Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Reduce watering in winter.
Well-draining soil. Tolerates a range of soil types, including sandy and loamy.
Thrives in temperatures between 18-25 °C.
Can tolerate cooler temperatures but may die back.
Outdoor
Fertilize sparingly in spring with a balanced fertilizer.
Avoid over-fertilization.
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Foliage, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.6-1.5 m
Spread
0.3-0.6 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
None in frost-free climates, may die back in colder regions
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Opposite, ovate to lanceolate
Flower Size
1-2 cm
Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No