small teasel

How to Grow and Care for small teasel

small teasel · Dipsacus pilosus
Also known as: shepherd's rod

Prefers moister soils and partial shade. The flowerheads can be harvested for air-drying from mid to late summer, or left for birds over winter

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Planting and Growing small teasel

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Care difficulty3 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Sunlight requirementsFull sun · Partial shade
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Soil typeChalk · Clay · Loam · Sand
Soil pHAlkaline · Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well drained · Poorly drained
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
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Care Tips

Prefers moister soils and partial shade. The flowerheads can be harvested for air-drying from mid to late summer, or left for birds over winter

How to Water small teasel?

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for small teasel?

Full sun · Partial shade

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for small teasel?

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What Soil Is Best for small teasel?

Soil type
Chalk · Clay · Loam · Sand
Soil pH
Alkaline · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for small teasel?

Moist but well drained · Poorly drained

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How to Fertilize small teasel?

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer

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How to Prune small teasel?

No pruning necessary

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How to Propagate small teasel?

Propagate by seed in situ in autumn or spring

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How to Transplant small teasel?

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How to Care for small teasel in Winter?

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How to Plant small teasel?

Prefers moister soils and partial shade. The flowerheads can be harvested for air-drying from mid to late summer, or left for birds over winter

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How to Repot small teasel?

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How to Harvest small teasel?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

Generally disease free

Pests

Prone to aphids

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The Toxicity of small teasel

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Attributes of small teasel

Plant typeAnnual Biennial
Height1-1.5 metres
Spread0.5-1 metres
FoliageDeciduous
HabitColumnar upright
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Scientific Classification

Species
Dipsacus pilosus
Genus
Dipsacus
Family
Caprifoliaceae
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