Water
Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in winter to prevent root rot. Ensure good drainage to avoid waterlogged conditions, especially in pots.
Wahlenbergia capillaris, the Tufted Bluebell, is a delicate perennial herb native to Australia, producing small, star-shaped blue flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of sunlight daily.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Cool to Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 10-24°C.
Low
25% intensity
Feed sparingly once a year in spring.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in winter to prevent root rot. Ensure good drainage to avoid waterlogged conditions, especially in pots.
Deadhead spent flowers to encourage further blooming and maintain a tidy appearance. After flowering, trim back the plant by about one-third to promote bushier growth and prevent self-seeding if unwanted.
Light trimming can be done anytime.
Propagate by sowing seeds in spring or autumn. Division of established clumps is also effective, best done in spring as new growth appears. Ensure seeds are sown on the surface of a well-draining compost and kept moist.
Repot young plants annually in spring. Mature plants can be repotted every 2-3 years, or when they become root-bound.
Use a well-draining compost mix and a pot that allows for adequate root space without being excessively large.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Tufted Bluebell (Wahlenbergia capillaris)
Where Tufted Bluebell (Wahlenbergia capillaris) is found
Density
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Campanulaceae |
| Genus | Wahlenbergia |
| Species | Wahlenbergia capillaris |
Similar in genus Wahlenbergia
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