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How to Grow and Care for Arctic Weed

Arctic Weed thrives in full sunlight and well-drained soil, making it adaptable to various environments. Special care should be taken to avoid overwatering, as this can lead to root rot. Ensure a cool environment, ideally below 20°C, to mimic its natural Arctic habitat.

Watering schedule: Every week

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Planting and Growing Arctic Weed

Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every week
Soil pH	5.5-7
Hardiness Zones	7-10

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Types of Arctic Weed

Woodland arctic cudweed

Woodland arctic cudweed (Omalotheca sylvatica) is often considered a weed and is commonly found in lawns, along roadsides, and in forests where enough light reaches the floor. It is found throughout the eastern United States, in the Adirondack Mountains, and around British Columbia. Woodland arctic cudweed does not grow well in shaded areas.

Norwegian arctic cudweed

Gnaphalium norvegicum similar to Gnaphalium sylvaticum, heath cudweed. However it is 8 to 30 cm tall, the leaves are 3 veined, and all roughly equal in length. The leaves are also wooly/hairy on both sides.

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