Yellow Hedgehyssop

At maturity, this species reaches approximately 1-2 feet tall, presenting Lanceolate leaves, green, and opposite arrangement along with Yellow tubular flowers, blooming in clusters, followed by Capsule with a few small seeds. These features are supported by a reliable Fibrous root system, ensuring stability and sustained growth.

Native to Native to North America, Yellow Hedgehyssop thrives in Wet meadows, marshes, and along stream banks at elevations around 0 1,500 meters. Best suited for USDA Hardiness Zone 3-9. Whether grown indoor, in a curated garden or a more natural setting, its ecological requirements help maintain its vigor over time.

You can use our free plant identify app PlantPlants to chose the best spot for Yellow Hedgehyssop, This plant prefers Full sun to partial shade and flourishes in Moist, well-drained, loamy to sandy soil with a soil pH of about 6.0 8.0.

Yellow Hedgehyssop needs watering,Regular watering, especially in dry periods, guided by PlantPlants app, You can get plants daily watering schedule. to maintain Prefers moist soil conditions, ensure steady hydration. Applying water through Soaking method to ensure deep root uptake supports even distribution and helps prevent overwatering or dryness.

Yellow Hedgehyssop performs best within 15 C to 30 C (59 F to 86 F). Its ideal growth occurs at around 20 C (68 F), though it tolerates ranges from -30 C to 35 C (-22 F to 95 F). Additionally, maintaining Moderate to high humidity encourages healthy foliage and overall plant vigor.

Feeding with Balanced fertilizer (NPK) at the recommended Seasonal Application Frequency on PlantPlants App keeps nutrients balanced. Incorporating Compost or well-rotted manure enhances soil structure and fertility, while staying alert to Yellowing leaves and stunted growth helps you adjust care as needed to maintain optimal plant health.

Regular attention ensures this plant’s beauty and longevity. Late fall to early spring for Cut back to ground level tidies its appearance, while Every 2-3 years or when root-bound may be necessary as it grows, requiring a Increase by 1-2 inches in diameter increase and a fresh Equal parts of peat, perlite, and compost. for Staking or Support. Not necessary.

During Winter (deciduous), growth may slow and some Leaves turn yellow and drop in late fall can occur. For those looking to propagate, consider Seed, cuttings, or division and provide Stratification needed for 30 days, then germinate at 20 C (68 F) when starting from seed. If using cuttings, follow Take stem cuttings in spring, place in moist soil until roots develop to ensure successful rooting and healthy new plants.

our free plant identify and care app PlantPlants can help you diagnosisYellow Hedgehyssop problems.Though generally robust, keep watch for Aphids, slugs and remain vigilant against Root rot, powdery mildew. Implementing Good air circulation, avoid overhead watering and applying Insecticidal soap for pests, remove affected plant parts for diseases when issues arise will help sustain the plant thriving.

This plant pairs nicely with Marsh marigold, blue flag iris and shows None reported, making it a flexible choice for various Wetland restoration, ornamental plant in gardens.

the Edible Parts: Young leaves (cooked). Toxicty of Yellow Hedgehyssop, Potentially toxic if consumed in large quantities. learning about its Spring, collect young leaves before flowering, Though not commonly used, young leaves can be added to soups and salads, and Contains some vitamins and minerals, but nutritional data is limited can be intriguing for culinary explorers. Some traditions highlight its Traditionally used by some Indigenous peoples for various ailments or note its Often located in medicinal herb gardens.

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