golden seal

Golden seal should be watered every 7-10 days. The soil should remain slightly moist, not wet. Take care not to over-water your golden seal as this could lead to root rot. Before watering, make sure the top 2-3 inches of soil is dry. If it's not, wait a few days before adding water. When watering, use lukewarm or room temperature water and use enough to thoroughly moisten the soil. Allow the water to drain away before placing it back in its original position.

Golden seal, or Hydrastis canadensis, generally prefers a partly-shaded environment and thrives with indirect sunlight. The golden seal should be placed in an area with indirect morning sunlight, ideally receiving 4 to 5 hours of diffused sunlight per day. It may also be placed in a location that receives filtered sunlight during the afternoon but should be kept out of direct sunlight from the midday onward. In warmer climates, it is important to ensure that the plant is not exposed to night temperatures below 50 degrees Fahrenheit.

Golden seal should be pruned in late winter while the plant is still dormant. Prune 1-third to 1-half of the current season's growth by cutting back any shoots that have grown significantly larger than the others. Be sure to make clean cuts, as ragged edges will invite infection. It is important to note that if pruning is done too heavily, the plant may not flower and will also be more prone to disease.