Sonchus Oleraceus

Sonchus Oleraceus is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

Benefits of Growing Common Sowthistle →

Common Common Sowthistle Problems →

Sonchus Oleraceus prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Common Sowthistle Water Frequency →

Common Sowthistle Root Rot →

Sonchus Oleraceus requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Common Sowthistle Light Requirements →

Common Sowthistle Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.

Sonchus Oleraceus does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

When and How to Successfully Repot Common Sowthistle →

Sonchus Oleraceus should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Common Sowthistle →

Sonchus Oleraceus grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.

How and When to Prune Common Sowthistle →

USDA Hardiness Zone
Sonchus Oleraceus can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 6a-9b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Common Sowthistle Temperature Tolerance →

The seeds of Sonchus Oleraceus can be used to grow new plants! After your plant flowers, any seeds that formed can be collected and germinated in potting soil.

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.

• Common Bugs Affecting Common Sowthistle →
• Drooping Common Sowthistle Leaves →
• Common Sowthistle Dropping Leaves →
• Common Sowthistle Mushy Leaves →
• Black Spots on Common Sowthistle →
• Brown Spots on Common Sowthistle →
• Common Sowthistle Leaves Falling Over →
• Common Sowthistle Leaves Curling →
• Common Sowthistle Yellow Leaves →
• Common Sowthistle Root Rot →