Teucrium dunense
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Teucrium dunense

Tier 2 Difficulty: medium Water: low Light: full_sun
Temperature
15–35 °C
Soil pH
6–8
Hardiness
Zone 8–10
Click count
8
Observations
88

Care Guide

💧 Water
☀️ Light Full sun

Teucrium dunense is a perennial herbaceous plant that favors sunny conditions and comes from open habitats, frequently growing in meadows and grasslands. It prefers full sun but can also tolerate partial sun.

Ideal: Full sun
🌡️ Temperature 15–35°C

Teucrium dunense can tolerate a wide range of temperatures, but its distribution may still be restricted by different combinations of water and heat conditions. It performs best in warm summer climates with adequate rainfall or irrigation. Extended periods of cloudy, rainy weather, as well as prolonged high temperatures, can increase the likelihood of Teucrium dunense dying. In winter, protecting the plant from cold can enhance its survival rate.

Ideal temperature: 15–35°C
💨 Humidity
Humidity:
🪴 Soil 6-8
Soil pH: 6-8
🌱 Fertilizer

Typically one fertilizer application in spring is enough for Teucrium dunense, although multiple feedings can increase growth. Feed every month to a month and a half. Fertilizing improves leaf appearance and function, promoting even color and a healthy texture. It also promotes root growth and nutrient uptake for long-term plant health.

🪴 Pot & Repot
✂️ Pruning

Teucrium dunense is a hardy, shrubby plant known for its fragrant foliage. To maintain its health and shape, prune the plant from early to late spring. Focus on removing dead stems and shaping the plant gently; avoid cutting back excessively, as this may hinder future growth. Regular pruning promotes better air circulation, improved light penetration, and overall plant health. For the best results, use clean and sharp tools when pruning.

🌿 Propagating
🐛 Diseases & pets
☠️ Toxicity

Characteristics

Plant Type
Herb
Life Cycle
Perennial
Genus
Teucrium
Family
Lamiaceae
Hardiness Zone
8-10
Mature Height
20 cm to 40 cm
Mature Spread
30 cm to 49 cm
Leaf Color
Gray, Dark Gray
Leaf Type
Evergreen
Flower Color
Pink, Lavender
Flower Size
0.76 cm to 1.27 cm
Bloom Time
Summer
Planting Time
Spring, Summer, Autumn
Harvest Time
Late summer, Early fall, Mid fall
Native Area
Spain, Portugal, France

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