Life cycle: | Biennial |
Sun Requirements: | Full Sun to Partial Shade Full Shade |
Water Preferences: | Dry Mesic |
Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 10b +1.7 °C (35 °F) to +4.4 °C (40 °F) |
Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 4b |
Leaves: | Deciduous |
Flowers: | Malodorous Nocturnal |
Flower Size: | 4"-5" Over 12" |
Flower Time: | Late summer or early fall Late fall or early winter |
Suitable Locations: | Beach Front Espalier |
Uses: | Windbreak or Hedge Medicinal Herb |
Wildlife Attractant: | Butterflies |
Resistances: | Powdery Mildew |
Propagation: Other methods: | Cuttings: Tip |
Containers: | Suitable in 3 gallon or larger |
Conservation status: | Least Concern (LC) |
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