Rue

Ruta graveolens

Also called · Ruta · daun busuk

A strongly scented herb with blue-grey leaves.

LightFull sun
WaterWhen half dry
WhereBalcony or porch

Care tag · 120

“Wear gloves when trimming. The sap can cause blisters on skin in the sun.”

  1. 01

    Light

    Full sun or strong morning sun.
  2. 02

    Water

    When the top half of the soil is dry.
  3. 03

    Soil & pot

    Well-draining soil.
  4. 04

    Feeding

    A light feed every 2 months.
  5. 05

    What you'll need

    • Organic potting soil (tanah organik)
    • A pot with a drainage hole
    • Garden gloves

    All available here at the nursery.

Something wrong?

  • Rotting

    Too wet. Water less.

  • Leggy

    Trim it back, wearing gloves.

Balcony or porch

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