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    Plantago nivalis

    Plant type

    perennial

    size

    • H: 1"
    • W: 3"

    planting zones

    • 6a-10b

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    Plantago nivalis plant details

    Plantago nivalis is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring chocolate and green flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts beneficial insects, birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Plantago nivalis

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: plantaginaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 3 IN wide, 1 IN tall
    Flowers: chocolate and green blooms in spring
    Uses: rock garden

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Plantago nivalis

    USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: regular
    Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Long have we had a love affair with this most noble of the weed clan Plantago. Hailing from Spain where sun and good drainage and robust olive oils and sturdy red wines are so critical to properly growing and appreciating this gem, this adapts easily to the NW. A delight in the rock garden

    By: Far Reaches Farm

    Gardening facts about Plantago nivalis plant

    How to Grow Plantago nivalis

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Soil Needs

      • adaptable
      • average
      • well-drained
      • rich

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • green
      • chocolate

    • Wildlife

      • beneficial insects
      • birds
      • butterflies

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

    • Texture

      • fuzzy

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    Plant Type

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    Zones

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    Size

    Height: 6"-12"

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