How do you care for Annual mercury?

Bright, indirect light (near a sheer-curtained window). Water roughly every 10 days, let the top 2-3 cm of soil dry out between waterings.

How much light does Annual mercury need?

Bright, indirect light (near a sheer-curtained window).

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Care guide for Annual mercury: light, watering, humidity, soil and temperature, based on the species' botanical profile.

📷 Emma Creasey · CC BY 4.0 · GBIF/iNaturalist

WaterWater roughly every 10 days, let the top 2-3 cm of soil dry out between waterings.

TemperatureTemperate: 12-24 °C (54-75 °F).

SoilWell-draining mix, neutral pH (7.0-7.5).

Growthmoderate growth. Mature height ~0.9 m (3.0 ft).

Origin

Native to: Albania, Algeria, Austria, Azores, Baleares, Belarus.

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Reference guidance based on the species' botanical profile; adjust to your home conditions.