Siberian edelweiss

Siberian edelweiss (Leontopodium palibinianum) should be watered twice a week, providing about an inch of water each time. Make sure the soil is allowed to dry out between waterings to prevent root rot. To ensure the soil is never completely dry, water the edelweiss deeply so that the water penetrates to the deepest roots. Once established, Siberian edelweiss is remarkably drought tolerant and requires very little water.

Siberian edelweiss (Leontopodium palibinianum) has specific sunlight requirements. During the summer months, it prefers full sun or partial shade between 8–10am, then shade for the remainder of the day. With enough sunlight, it produces beautiful white flowers. During fall and winter, the ideal amount of sunlight for Siberian edelweiss is 2–3 hours of direct sunlight followed by partial shade or bright, indirect sunlight for the remainder of the day. Too much direct sunlight can cause the delicate flowers to wilt. During this season, the temperatures also drop, meaning that the plant needs less water and less frequent fertilizer.

Siberian edelweiss (Leontopodium palibinianum) should be lightly pruned during the late winter or early spring months. Pruning should be done only when necessary and the amount should be kept to a minimum. When pruning Siberian edelweiss, always use clean, sharp secateurs to make clean cuts, and avoid tearing or pulling off stems. The main purpose of pruning is to encourage a healthy shape and bushier growth, so focus on removing outward-facing stems that appear weak or spindly. Remove any dead, damaged, or diseased stems. Also remove any stems that cross over each other and crowd the plant. Pruning at the wrong time may damage blooms--so do not prune during the flowering season, which is typically from late spring to early summer.