American germander

American germander is a low-maintenance plant species that requires average amounts of water. During the summer months, when temperatures are high, it is important to water the plant regularly to keep it from wilting. To ensure that the soil stays moist, water the American germander deeply but infrequently, making sure the water is evenly distributed throughout the soil. During the cooler months (September-April), only water when the soil starts to dry out, as the plant will not need as much hydration during this period. Generally, 1 good soaking a week should be enough to keep the soil moist, but additional watering may be needed in especially hot or dry weather. It is also important to make sure the soil does not become oversaturated, as this can lead to root rot.

American germander is a deciduous plant that thrives in full sunlight, but can tolerate some partial shade. It requires at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day to maintain healthy growth. During periods of intense heat, it will benefit from some additional shade in the late afternoon and early evening. This plant species grows best in areas with long, hot summer days and should not be exposed to too much shade during these times. It also does best in soil that is slightly acidic to neutral in pH and kept moist.

American germander (Teucrium canadense) is best pruned in early spring, before new growth appears. Pruning should be done sparingly, and most of the pruning should be limited to removing dead or damaged branches. Tips of branches can also be trimmed to maintain the desired shape. Depending on the size of the plant and the amount of old growth, light pruning of up to 1-third of the plant material can usually be done without damaging the health of the plant. When pruning, never trim more than 1-third of the plant material in a single season, as this can cause stress and reduce flowering for several years.