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ARISTEA ecklonii
Rhizomatous plant, hardy outside only in milder areas, with attractive panicles of strong blue saucer shaped flowers
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EvergreenTufts of linear basal leaves 30-45cm (12-18in) long and smaller, stem-clasping leaves
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Height1m (39in) -
Spread45cm (18in)
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Bulb/Corm or rhizomatous perennialClump-forming rhizomatous perennial
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HerbaceousEarly in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.
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Tender - cool or frost free greenhouseTolerant of low temperatures, but not surviving being frozen. Except in frost-free inner-city areas or coastal extremities requires glasshouse conditions. Plant can withstand temperatures down to 1°C (34°F) -
Full sun
ARISTEA ecklonii
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Additional Features
Good to knowResents root disturbance
Pests & DiseasesNone
Place of originCentral Africa, South Africa -
Flower ShapePaniclesLoose, spike-like panicles of flowers 2cm (¾in) acrossSaucer-shaped
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HardinessHalf hardy (down to 0)
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Seasonal InterestSummer
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Soil ConditionsFertile moist well-drained soilModerately fertile, humus-rich.
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Useful extras...
Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser
A useful fertiliser suitable for use on a wide variety of plants. Q4 provides all the nutrients and trace elements essential for vigorous growth, abundant flowering and ripening of fruit.
3 options from £6.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
2 options from £6.00
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