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Common
name: "Bitter Root"
Latin name: Lewisia cotyledon 'George Henley'
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Zone: 4
- 9
Elevation to: 8000'
Growth habit: Clump forming
Max height: 4" - 6"
Spread: 4"
Flowers: Yes, July - Sept
Flower type: Cymes
Native to area: No
Available varieties: 5'
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Pictured: L.
cotyledon 'George Henley' |
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Cultivation:
Plant in full sun in well drained soils. Prefers neutral to acidic
soil types. "Bitter Root" dislikes having wet feet
during the winter. Grows well in containers. Excellent choice for
rock gardens.
Propagation:
Seed can be started in a cold frame or greenhouse in early spring
and moved outdoors after danger of frost has passed. For quicker
growth... purchase pre-started plants at your local Garden Center.
Once established, plants can be divided in spring.
Potential pests ~ diseases:
Aphids or slugs. |
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