Species Pit Seed Goosefoot
light-green fruits, green leaves and lime stems

Pit Seed Goosefoot

Chenopodium berlandieri

Pit Seed Goosefoot (Chenopodium berlandieri) is an annual herbaceous plant that belongs to the Chenopodium family. It has an edible seed-like fruit, hence the name. The plant is covered with smoky blue -green foliage, making it a very attractive ornamental. Its leaves are alternate, oblong to triangular in shape and 1 - 11 cm long. Its seedpod is surrounded by a warty or pitted shell, giving it a distinct look. Early spring is the ideal time for planting and harvesting the fruit, and it prefers organically rich, moist soil. Once the seeds have dried, they can be used for cooking or as a topping for salads. Additionally, this species can be grown for its medicinal properties.

Watering:

Minimal

Hardiness Zone:

Flowers:

Flowers

Sun:

full sun,part shade

Fruits:

green,brown Fruits Ready In Fall

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green,gray,gray

Growth Rate:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Invasive:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Maple-Leaved Goosefoot prefers a soil that is slightly moist, so it's important to water it on a regular basis. This plant species should be watered every 4-7 days, as this interval will ensure that the soil does not become too dry while also avoiding over-watering. When watering, it is best to thoroughly soak the soil and then wait until the top inch or 2 of soil is dry before watering again. This will help prevent root rot and keep your plant healthy.

sunlight

Maple-Leaved Goosefoot (Chenopodiastrum simplex) requires full or partial sun to thrive. For best results, they should get 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight each day. They can tolerate some shade, but not extended periods or extreme umbra during the hottest hours of the day. It is important to provide the right balance of light and shade to keep the plant healthy. The hours of direct sunlight will vary depending on the season and geographical location. In the summer months, provide more light, and during the winter, it is best to decrease the amount of direct sunlight.

pruning

Maple-Leaved Goosefoot should be pruned annually at the beginning of spring when shoots are first beginning to form. This encourages thicker growth and allows for better air circulation around the plant. Pruning should be done by carefully cutting back unwanted upright shoots to promote a more rounded leafy shrub shape. Make sure to leave some of the larger branches intact to provide structure for the plant. Leave the top of the shrub slightly taller than the sides in order to encourage new growth and an even structure. Prune off any old or dead stems and remove any suckers that have grown from the base of the plant.

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