Little Quaking Grass

Narrow Leaved Brickellia (Brickellia oblongifolia var. oblongifolia) should be watered deeply once a week or every other week, depending on conditions. During hot summer and dry periods, frequent deep waterings may be necessary to keep the soil evenly moist but not saturated. In cooler and wet weather, water may be needed less frequently. During the winter, move the plant to a cooler and drier location and water even less often. Make sure the soil is completely dry before watering again. Monitor the soil near the roots to ensure the plant is not getting too dry or too wet.

Narrow Leaved Brickellia (Brickellia oblongifolia var. oblongifolia) typically thrives in full sun to partial sun conditions. For this species, 5 to 8 hours of direct sunlight per day is recommended. This plant should be placed in a sunny spot that receives morning sun and some afternoon shade for optimum performance and proper growth. It can tolerate some shade, but it will flower more in full sun. When the summer sun is at its strongest, it may need mid-day protection from the heat.

Narrow-leaved Brickellia should be pruned throughout the growing season. Pruning should be done to remove dead, diseased, or otherwise damaged foliage and branches. Pruning should also be done to maintain the desired form and shape of the plant, or for training if the plant is young. Pruning should be done during active growth periods in the spring and summer before August. Prune away any dead branches and trim back any branches that are growing too long or too wide. Care should be taken when pruning to avoid making drastic cuts to the plant, as this can cause it to become leggy and reduce flowering. When pruning, the objective is to thin out the plant, not to totally reshape it. If drastic reshaping is desired, it should be done gradually over a few years.