Troubleshooting
Pau's Germander problems — and how to fix them
Pau's Germander (Teucrium carolipaui) is generally low-drama, but a few issues come up again and again. Here is what each one looks like, why it happens, and the fix.
Root and crown rot from excess moisture
The greatest cultivation risk outside its native semi-arid range; grow in a raised scree bed or very gritty soil, and protect from winter rain with a cloche or overhanging rock in wetter regions.
Poor establishment in heavy clay
Clay soils retain moisture and prevent the rapid, deep rooting this species needs; prepare a deep, grit-enriched planting pocket or grow in containers with free-draining alpine compost.
Prevent pau's germander problems before they start
Most pau's germander issues are care-mismatch, not bad luck. Dial in the basics:
Pau's Germander problems — FAQ
Why is my pau's germander root and crown rot from excess moisture?
The greatest cultivation risk outside its native semi-arid range; grow in a raised scree bed or very gritty soil, and protect from winter rain with a cloche or overhanging rock in wetter regions.
Why is my pau's germander poor establishment in heavy clay?
Clay soils retain moisture and prevent the rapid, deep rooting this species needs; prepare a deep, grit-enriched planting pocket or grow in containers with free-draining alpine compost.