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Linaria purpurea 'Springside White'

Also Known As

  • Linaria purpurea 'Alba'
  • Alba Purple Toadflax

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 24"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 5a-10b

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Linaria purpurea 'Springside White' plant details

Linaria purpurea 'Springside White' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with blue and green foliage. In spring and summer white flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Linaria purpurea 'Springside White'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: plantaginaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 24 IN tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer
Uses: cottage garden, self-sowing

GROWING CONDITIONS for Linaria purpurea 'Springside White'

USDA Zones: 5a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

What a delight this white Linaria is! Pristine, white, tiny “snapdragons” on long slender spikes are produced all Summer long above grayish-green foliage. So pretty & charming and super easy to grow! To 2’ x 1’. Fairly drought tolerant once established.

By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials

Gardening facts about Linaria purpurea 'Springside White' plant

How to Grow Linaria purpurea 'Springside White'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen
  • Texture

    • glaucous

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 16"

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 3'

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Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

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Size

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Width: 1'

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Zones

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Size

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