How to Grow and Care for Staehelina

Staehelina is a low-maintenance plant that thrives in well-drained soil and requires minimal watering, making it suitable for beginners. Special care points include ensuring it receives ample sunlight, ideally full sun, to promote healthy growth, and protecting it from extreme cold as staehelina is sensitive to frost. Regular pruning can encourage bushier growth and maintain its shape.

Watering schedule: Every 2-3 weeks

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

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Planting and Growing Staehelina

Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Annual
Watering Schedule	Every 2-3 weeks
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Soil pH	6-7.5
Hardiness Zones	8-10

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