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Houseleek |
Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb |
Life cycle: | Biennial |
Sun Requirements: | Full Sun |
Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 8a -12.2 °C (10 °F) to -9.4 °C (15 °F) |
Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 5a |
Leaves: | Good fall color |
Flowers: | Blooms on old wood |
Flower Time: | Spring Late spring or early summer: obeeeoeyvrfyslreamr itIa smtbbs eola Other |
Inflorescence Type: | Thyrse |
Suitable Locations: | Beach Front |
Uses: | Dye production |
Wildlife Attractant: | Birds Butterflies |
Resistances: | Flood Resistant |
Propagation: Seeds: | Provide darkness Depth to plant seed Sow in situ Can handle transplanting |
Propagation: Other methods: | Cuttings: Tip |
Containers: | Suitable in 3 gallon or larger Prefers to be under-potted Not suitable for containers |
Miscellaneous: | Epiphytic |
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