Species Small-Flowered Agalinis

Small-Flowered Agalinis

Agalinis purpurea var. parviflora

Small-Flowered Agalinis (Agalinis purpurea var. parviflora) is an annual native wildflower found in Canada and parts of the United States. It typically grows 0.2-0.6m tall and blooms from summer to fall. It produces medium-sized, vivid lavender-pink flowers with a yellowish eye at the center, on short upright stems. These flowers are densely arranged in pairs along the length of its stems. The foliage consists of long, thin, wiry stems, with small, linear leaves. Small-Flowered Agalinis is a great addition to naturalized gardens, meadows, and wildlife areas where short-lived perennials or annuals are desired. It also attracts butterflies and other pollinators.

Watering:

Minimal

Hardiness Zone:

6

Flowers:

Purple|Pink Flowers

Sun:

Sun, Partial Shade

Soil:

Clay, Sand, Loam

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Moderate

watering

Salt Marsh False Foxglove should be watered regularly and deeply, at least once a week. If it is particularly hot, dry and sunny, an additional watering every 4-5 days may be necessary. Check the soil before watering to determine when an additional watering is needed - the soil should feel dry about 1 inch below the surface. During hot summer weather, it may be beneficial to also mist the foliage with a spray bottle.

sunlight

Salt Marsh False Foxglove (Agalinis maritima var. maritima) grows best in full sun, which is 6 to 8 hours of un-obstructed direct sunlight each day. It grows best in direct sunlight from late morning to early afternoon, with some morning and evening shade to protect the plant from direct heat. The best time of year for this species to receive full sunlight is from late spring to early fall.

pruning

Salt Marsh False Foxglove (Agalinis maritima var. maritima) requires minimal pruning. It is recommended that when deadheading spent blooms in the summer, some of the excess foliage should also be removed to allow for better air circulation and to promote future flowering. Pruning should be done in late summer or early fall, in order to give the plant time to regrow and prepare for chilly winter temperatures. When pruning, it is important to remove only a few of the tips of the branches, and not prune the plant back too severely.

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