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Linaria 'Canon J. Went'
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Linaria 'Canon J. Went'

Linaria purpurea
A perennial flower of peerless grace, Linaria sends up many elegant spires of baby-pink tiny snapdragon flowers. They freely bloom over a long season in summer and fall, the branching form continually producing new flower wands that wave above the delicate grey-green foliage.
SKU #S1978
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Details
Approximate Seeds Per Packet
670
Lifecycle
Perennial
Perennial Hardiness Zone
4,
5,
6,
7,
8,
9
Mature Size
1.5-2.5' h x 1' w
Sun
Full sun
Soil
Regular, well-drained
Season
Summer to fall
Color
Soft pink
Features
Great Cut Flower
Deer Resistant
Heat or Drought Tolerant
Attracts Butterflies
Attracts Bees
Attracts Hummingbirds
SOWING INSTRUCTIONS
Depth:
Surface to just cover.
Starting Indoors:
Sow in pots indoors 6-8 weeks before setting out in spring. Keep at 60-65°F. If no germination after 3 weeks, chill for 2-3 weeks.
Starting Outdoors:
Direct sow in spring.
WHEN TO SET OUTSIDE
After frost.
PLACEMENT & CULTIVATION
A supporting player in dry gardens, meadows, and cottage gardens, Linaria pairs well with clary sage 'Turkestanica' and lamb's ears. Native to Italy, it prefers well-drained sites and full sun. Deer resistant, it attracts bees and is a lovely cut flower. Self-sows, sometimes abundantly. Trim back spent flower stems, leaving a few to drop seed and renew the planting.
Final Spacing:
1'
Water Requirements:
Medium Water Use
Watering Details:
Keep evenly moist until well-established, then water during dry spells.
Soil pH:
Not particular about pH
Fertilizer:
Mix in an inch of compost prior to planting if soil is especially poor.
Diseases & Pests:
No major problems. Root rots may occur in heavy soils or extended rainy periods.
When to Cut for Bouquets:
Cut when 1/2 of the florets are open.