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ROSCOEA purpurea
Purple flowers. All roscoeas prefer partial shade. Fully frost hardy
(UK Delivery Only)
£13.50 each
MULTIBUY SAVING
Any 3+ for £12.00 each
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Good to know
Grown for their 2-lobed, orchid-like flowers. Good for woodland, shady border or container. Plant deeply at 8-15cm (3-6in) -
Pests & Diseases
Slugs, vine weevils -
Place of origin
Himalayas -
Purple
Shades of purple/mauve/lilac/violet -
Fully hardy
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Height
25-40cm (10-16in) -
Spread
15cm (6in)
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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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TuberousTuberous perennial with 4-8 lance-shaped to oblong-ovate, deep green leaves to 25cm (10in) long. Produces iris/orchid-like flowers 6cm (2½in) across
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Hardy - cold winter
Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F) -
Summer Seasonal Interest
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Mature Size25-40cm (10-16in)
15cm (6in)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
BorderSuitable for a damp, shady border
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Soil Conditions
Fertile moist well-drained soilModerately fertile. Humus-rich.
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Sun Requirements
Partial shade
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