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17 Nov 2012

Agrostemma Githago Plants


This is a charming summer-flowering yearly which has grey-green results in and large green blossoms. It is easy to develop and best suitable for increasing as a edge product. It can be planted in situ in may or in containers in fall before increasing out the following springtime.


Family: Caryophyllaceae
Genus: Agrostemma
Species: githago
Plant type: Hardy annual
Flower colour: Magenta
Foliage colour: Grey
Feature: Flowers
Sun exposure: Full sun
Soil: Well-drained/light, Clay/heavy, Acidic, Chalky/alkaline
Hardiness: Hardy
Skill level: Beginner
Height: 70cm
Spread: 30cm
Time to plant seeds: September to May
Flowering period: June to August

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