Swenson & Wedin 350 (Abrotanella fertilis)

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Swenson & Wedin 350 Plant Care

Abrotanella fertilis Swenson

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Abrotanella fertis is a member of the daisy family and is an endemic species of New Zealand.

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Water

Every 7–14 days

Light

Full sun to partial shade

Temp

50–75°F

Humidity

40–60%

At a glance

How do you care for Swenson & Wedin 350?

Plant Swenson & Wedin 350 in full sun to partial shade (USDA zones 12a) and water a young shrub every 7–14 days until it is established. It tolerates temperatures of 50–75°F (10–24°C). Fertilize it every 6 months during the growing season.

What Is the Swenson & Wedin 350?

Swenson & Wedin 350 (Abrotanella fertilis) belongs to the Asteraceae family within the Abrotanella genus.

Swenson & Wedin 350 displays a low rosette, clumping growth habit, reaching up to 0.5 ft tall with a spread of approximately 0.5 ft. Swenson & Wedin 350 produces small yellow or white daisy-like flowers in clusters.

Leaf size: approximately 2 inches.

How Often Should You Water a Swenson & Wedin 350?

Water a young or newly planted Swenson & Wedin 350 every 7–14 days, soaking the whole root zone, until it is established — usually one to two growing seasons. Established shrubs mainly need water during long dry spells. In a container, water whenever the top few centimetres of soil are dry.

Watering Frequency

Every 7–14 days

Until established; then in dry spells

What Light Does the Swenson & Wedin 350 Need?

Swenson & Wedin 350 thrives in full sun to partial shade.

Light Requirement

Full sun to partial shade

What Temperature and Humidity Does the Swenson & Wedin 350 Prefer?

Abrotanella fertilis tolerates temperatures of 50–75°F. Swenson & Wedin 350 prefers humidity levels of 40–60%.

Temperature

50–75°F

Humidity

40–60%

What Soil Mix Works Best for a Swenson & Wedin 350?

Well-draining sandy soil with added organic matter for moisture retention. Good drainage is essential for Swenson & Wedin 350 to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.

How Often Should You Fertilize a Swenson & Wedin 350?

Feed Swenson & Wedin 350 every 6 months during the growing season with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer at the rate on the label. Established shrubs in good soil often need little extra feeding, so let weak growth or pale foliage guide you.

Stop feeding by late summer so new growth can harden before winter.

Fertilizing

Every 6 months

During the growing season

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Where Should You Plant a Swenson & Wedin 350?

Choose a spot with full sun to partial shade and well-draining sandy soil with added organic matter for moisture retention. Avoid low spots where water collects after rain.

Swenson & Wedin 350 is suited to USDA Zone 12a.

Plant container-grown or balled-and-burlapped shrubs in spring or early autumn, setting the root flare at soil level, and water well after planting.

How Far Apart Should You Plant a Swenson & Wedin 350?

Swenson & Wedin 350 can spread to about 1 ft (0.2 m) and reach about 1 ft (0 m) tall. Space plants about 1 ft (0.2 m) apart so mature crowns don't crowd each other, and plant at least half that distance from buildings, fences and paths.

Planning a row or hedge? Try the plant spacing calculator.

How Do You Prune a Swenson & Wedin 350?

Prune Swenson & Wedin 350 while it is dormant in late winter: first remove dead, damaged and crossing branches, then thin lightly for shape.

If it flowers in spring, prune right after flowering instead so you don't remove next year's buds. Never take off more than about a quarter of the shrub in one year.

How Do You Care for a Swenson & Wedin 350 in Winter?

Swenson & Wedin 350 is frost-tender (hardy to USDA zone 12). In colder areas grow it in a container and move it to a bright, frost-free place before the first frost.

How Do You Propagate a Swenson & Wedin 350?

Swenson & Wedin 350 can be propagated through seeds, division of clumps. Similar propagation techniques also apply to petrie s.n. plant care, which shares the same genus.

Is the Swenson & Wedin 350 Toxic to Pets and Children?

Pet safety not verified

The ASPCA does not list Swenson & Wedin 350, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Keep pets from chewing it as a precaution.

This is a general caution, not veterinary or medical advice. If your pet ate a plant, contact your vet or animal poison control.

See all plants toxic to cats and plants toxic to dogs.

What Pests and Diseases Affect the Swenson & Wedin 350?

Swenson & Wedin 350 is susceptible to aphids, spider mites, whiteflies. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.

Yellow leaves, brown tips or drooping? See common plant problems and how to fix them.

What USDA Hardiness Zone Does the Swenson & Wedin 350 Need?

Swenson & Wedin 350 grows outdoors in USDA Zone 12a. It survives winters down to planting zone 12a. In cooler regions, grow Swenson & Wedin 350 as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.

Hardiness Zone

Zone 12a

Keep exploring plants

Swenson & Wedin 350 is one of many species covered in the complete plant care and identification guide, which groups plants by genus, attribute, and popularity.

It belongs to the Abrotanella genus — compare its care with other Abrotanella species on PlantoScan.

Abrotanella is part of the Asteraceae plant family — browse all Asteraceae genera and species.

Swenson & Wedin 350 thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.

More Abrotanella Species

Other Abrotanella species in PlantoScan's care catalogue share similar watering, light, and soil preferences:

Sources

  • Scientific name & taxonomy: Abrotanella fertilis Swenson, family Asteraceae (first published in Pl. Syst. Evol. 197(1-4): 181 (1995)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
  • Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Swenson & Wedin 350, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Checked against the ASPCA plant list; any other toxicity note on this page comes from PlantoScan's plant database.
  • Photo: Bogdan, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons — original.
  • Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 12a, calculated from the plant's minimum temperature.
  • Care values(watering, light, temperature, humidity, soil, fertilizing): PlantoScan's plant database, filtered by automatic plausibility checks — values that fail them are hidden. How we source and check plant data.

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