Water
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Reduce watering slightly in cooler months, but avoid letting the soil dry out completely.
Yellow Puff thrives in humid conditions.
Yellow Puff (Neptunia lutea) is a low-growing perennial herb native to North America, featuring bright yellow, fuzzy flower heads and feathery foliage.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, indirect light
75% intensity
Prefers several hours of bright, indirect sunlight daily. Can tolerate some direct sun, especially in cooler climates.
Keep soil consistently moist
75% intensity
Allow top 2-3 cm to dry before watering. Avoid waterlogging.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Average to warm
50% intensity
Ideal temperatures range from 18-25°C. Protect from frost and sudden temperature drops.
Moderate feeding during growing season
50% intensity
Use a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength monthly from spring to summer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Reduce watering slightly in cooler months, but avoid letting the soil dry out completely.
Yellow Puff thrives in humid conditions.
Prune to maintain desired shape and size, and to remove any dead or damaged foliage. Pinch back young plants to encourage bushier growth. Pruning can be done any time of year, but is best after flowering.
Propagate by seeds sown in spring or summer, or by stem cuttings taken during the growing season. Seeds may require scarification or stratification for germination. Cuttings should be rooted in moist potting mix.
Repot every 1-2 years in spring, or when the plant becomes root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one to avoid overwatering.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Yellow Puff (Neptunia lutea)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Fabales |
| Family | Fabaceae |
| Genus | Neptunia |
| Species | Neptunia lutea |
Similar in genus Neptunia
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