Yukon Paintbrush

Boreal Indian Paintbrush (Castilleja pallida) should be watered 1-2 times a month during the summer months and every 6-8 weeks during the winter. If planted in an area with prolonged wet or humid weather, it can do well with less frequent watering. It prefers moderate amounts of water that soaks the soil and encourages deep root growth. Too much water can lead to root rot, so it's important to find a good balance. During especially hot or dry weather, give the plant an occasional deep watering once every 1-2 weeks. It's important to allow the soil to dry out between waterings to provide a healthy environment for the plant's roots.

Boreal Indian Paintbrush (Castilleja pallida) requires a minimum of 4-6 hours of direct sunlight each day. This species of plant prefers full sun during the peak of the day, which is typically from 10am to 4 or 5pm. The plant should be placed in an area that isn’t too shady or too sunny, as they thrive in areas of indirect sunlight as well.

Boreal Indian Paintbrush (Castilleja pallida) is best pruned in late winter or early spring. Pruning should occur when the plant is not actively growing in order to shape the plant and encourage new growth. To promote new growth, you can either shave off the tips of the shoots, or remove the entire shoot. Pruning helps to prevent the plants from becoming overcrowded with stems, and helps to keep the shape of the plant in check. However, there should be no more than 25-30% of stems removed during pruning. Removing too much of the shoots at once will weaken the plant and reduce flowering.