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Teddy Bear Sunflower

About Teddy Bear Sunflower

Teddy Bear Sunflower is a relatively rare houseplant 🌿 that needs regular watering to thrive. They do best in long-lasting, direct light ☀️ and should be less than 1 foot from a window.

Teddy Bear Sunflower likes soil that is well draining. Your plant shouldn't need added fertilizers if you repot each time it doubles in size.

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Helianthus annuus 'Teddy Bear'

Genus

Helianthus

Family

Asteraceae

Order

Asterales

How to care for Teddy Bear Sunflower

💦 Water

How often to water your Teddy Bear Sunflower

Teddy Bear Sunflower needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Teddy Bear Sunflower in your home

Teddy Bear Sunflower love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Teddy Bear Sunflower does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Teddy Bear Sunflower in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Teddy Bear Sunflower

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Teddy Bear Sunflower: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Teddy Bear Sunflower after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

💦 Water Needs

Teddy Bear Sunflower 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.

Teddy Bear Sunflower Water Frequency →

Teddy Bear Sunflower Root Rot →

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Teddy Bear Sunflower 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 🏡.

Teddy Bear Sunflower Light Requirements →

Teddy Bear Sunflower Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

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.

💨 Humidity

Teddy Bear Sunflower doesn’t require additional humidity. Plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves, so the best way to provide humidity for your plants is through watering the soil.

Teddy Bear Sunflower Humidity Needs →

🪴 Soil

Teddy Bear Sunflower 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!

Best Soil Mix for Teddy Bear Sunflower →

When and How to Successfully Repot Teddy Bear Sunflower →

💩 Fertilizer

Teddy Bear Sunflower 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!

🌎 Native Region

Teddy Bear Sunflower is native to the Americas.

🧐 Troubleshooting

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.