How to Grow and Care for Askellia

Askellia thrives in well-draining soil and requires moderate watering, ensuring the soil dries out between waterings to prevent root rot. It's a sun-loving plant that benefits from plenty of direct sunlight. Ensure to provide protection against pests, as askellia can be susceptible to common plant pests like aphids and mites. Regularly inspect for any signs of infestation to maintain a healthy plant.

Watering schedule: Every week

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

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Planting and Growing Askellia

Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Annual
Watering Schedule	Every week
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Soil pH	6-7.5

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Types of Askellia

Tangled hawksbeard

Tangled hawksbeard grows in round tufts, spending the summer covered in bright yellow, daisy-like flowers, but is a bit of a mess beneath them, with twisting, many-branched stems that entangle with one another. Tangled hawksbeard's scientific name(Askellia flexuosa) contains the epithet "flexuosa," which means "flexible." It is a relative of the sunflower.

Common Pests & Diseases

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