greater stitchwort

How to Grow and Care for greater stitchwort

greater stitchwort · Stellaria holostea
Also known as: ag-flower; ag-worm flower; all-bone; break-bones; devil's corn; Easter bells; greater starwort; lady's lint; lady's white petticoat; Latin flower; little John; May grass; miller's star; snap Jack; snappers; snap-stalks; starflower; thunder flower; tongue grass; adder's meat; bird's tongue; devil's eye; moonflower; satin flower; snake flower; snake grass

Prefers moist, mildly acidic infertile soils. Occurs in woodland and hedgerows in semi-shaded sites

Watering: Moderate regular watering, allowing slight drying between wateringsSunlight: Partial shadeInformation to be completed

Planting and Growing greater stitchwort

greater stitchwort
Care difficulty2 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate regular watering, allowing slight drying between waterings
Sunlight requirementsPartial shade
Ideal temperatureInformation to be completed
Soil typeChalk · Clay · Loam
Soil pHAcid · Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well drained
FertilizingBalanced feed monthly during active growth season
ToxicityInformation to be completed
Care Tips

Prefers moist, mildly acidic infertile soils. Occurs in woodland and hedgerows in semi-shaded sites

How to Water greater stitchwort?

Moderate regular watering, allowing slight drying between waterings

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for greater stitchwort?

Partial shade

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for greater stitchwort?

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What Soil Is Best for greater stitchwort?

Soil type
Chalk · Clay · Loam
Soil pH
Acid · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for greater stitchwort?

Moist but well drained

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How to Fertilize greater stitchwort?

Balanced feed monthly during active growth season

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How to Prune greater stitchwort?

None required

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How to Propagate greater stitchwort?

Propagate by seed

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How to Transplant greater stitchwort?

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How to Care for greater stitchwort in Winter?

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How to Plant greater stitchwort?

Prefers moist, mildly acidic infertile soils. Occurs in woodland and hedgerows in semi-shaded sites

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How to Repot greater stitchwort?

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How to Harvest greater stitchwort?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

Generally trouble free

Pests

Generally trouble free

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The Toxicity of greater stitchwort

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Attributes of greater stitchwort

Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0-0.1 metre
FoliageSemi evergreen
HabitBushy
OriginEurope, North Africa

Scientific Classification

Species
Stellaria holostea
Genus
Stellaria
Family
Caryophyllaceae
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