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How to Grow and Care for Toothache plant

Toothache plant, also known as Para cress, Buzz buttons, Electric daisy

Toothache plant is considered easy to grow, thriving in well-draining soil with regular watering. A special care point for toothache plant is to provide full sun to partial shade for optimal growth and bloom production. To prevent root rot, allow the soil to dry slightly between watering sessions. Regular deadheading will encourage more blooms.

Watering schedule: Every week

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

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Planting and Growing Toothache plant

Toughness	High
Care Level	Medium
Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Perennial, Annual, Biennial
Watering Schedule	Every week
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Soil Type	Garden Soil
Soil pH	6-7.5
Planting Time	Spring
Hardiness Zones	9-11

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Toothache plant showcases vibrant, yellow, button-like flowers that bloom atop its branching stems, reaching approximately 15-30 inches (38-76 cm) in height. Its leaves are often dark green, with an ovate to broad-elliptic shape, typically measuring around 2-3 inches (5-7.5 cm) in length. The plant’s foliage emits a distinct aroma when crushed. This herbaceous species is characterized by a fast growth rate and a tendency to spread, forming dense clumps in its preferred habitats.