How to tend a Astragalus sinicus

Also known as: Astragalus sinicus var. macrocalyx Ulbr., Astragalus lotoides Lam., Tragacantha sinica (L.) Kuntze, Astragalus sinicus f. albiflorus Makino, Astragalus sinicus f. rosaceus Makino, Astragalus sinicus Thunb.

Watering

Water thoroughly when soil surface is dry

Sunlight

Enjoy sufficient sunlight, resistant to half shade

Soil

Peat or soil with specific nutrients

Fertilizer

Dilute fertilizers following instructions, apply once monthly in spring and autumn

Pruning

Remove flower stem, diseased and rotten leaves timely

About this plant

Origin
China
Category
Fabaceae, Astragalus
Size
Diameter≥10cm,Height≥15cm
Blooming period
Flowering period February-June, fruit period March-July
Flower colors
purple red or orange yellow
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