Lungwort is a flowering perennial that has moderate water needs. The soil should be damp but not soggy for Lungwort to survive and thrive. Proper watering techniques allow Lungwort plants to grow and establish a robust root system.
How To Tell If Lungwort Needs Watered
There are signs when a plant needs water. When dehydrated, the stems, which are usually upright and perky, may develop a slight droop. Foliage will curl, turn yellow, and wilt in severe cases. Clues around the plant include dry, cracked soil. These indicators are a clear sign your Lungwort plant is in distress and needs water. Try to water Lungwort before the plant is stressed to maintain healthy and consistent growth. However, water immediately if you see signs of an under-watered plant.
How Often To Water Lungwort
Newly planted Lungwort plants need consistent water for the first several weeks. The soil should be damp but not soaked—water new plants when the top layer of the soil starts to dry out.
Established Lungwort plants can typically store enough water in their rhizomes to carry the plant through until the next rainstorm, although the plant will look its best with regular watering. Water Lungwort during a dry spell, especially if the plant receives a lot of sunlight or is grown in a warm climate. Plants in partial shade will not need water as often. As much as Lungwort plants like water, is it possible to overwater them, so only water when necessary.
Potted Lungwort needs water every few days, as the soil dries out. The amount of sunlight and rainfall the plant receives will impact how often to water container-grown Lungwort. Monitor the plant and water potted Lungwort when the top couple of inches of soil are dry.
Best Time To Water Lungwort
When maintaining a healthy plant, the best time to water is in the morning. Early morning watering gives the plant time to soak up the moisture before the afternoon sun kicks in and heats things up. However, anytime a plant is showing signs of under-watering or dehydration you should water.
Lungwort likes damp conditions, which can lead to mold and fungus in the worst-case scenario. Watering early in the day increases the odds of the plant and soil drying somewhat before nightfall, which reduces the conditions that can cause fungus or mold.
How to Water Lungwort
Step 1 - Check the plant for signs of under or overwatering and feel the top layer of soil.
Do not water plants that show signs of overwatering or have damp soil. Water if the plant appears under-watered or if the top few inches of soil are dry.
Step 2 - Saturate the soil around the plant.
Water until the soil is damp and the root ball is drenched.
Step 3 - Keep the foliage as dry as possible.
Minimize getting the leaves wet to reduce the chance of mold or fungus developing.
Lungwort Watering Tips
- Feel the soil, and water when the top few inches of soil are dry.
- Inspect the plant for drooping stems or curled foliage.
- Drench the soil to ensure the root ball is wet.
- Water the ground around the plant and keep the foliage dry as much as possible.
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Author Alison Cotsonas - Published 05-04-2023 |