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Zaluzianskya capensis

Also Known As

  • Zaluzianskya capensis 'Midnight Candy'
  • Midnight Candy Night Phlox

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 12"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 9a-11

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Zaluzianskya capensis plant details

Zaluzianskya capensis is a broadleaf evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Zaluzianskya capensis

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: scrophulariaceae
Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 0 - 12 IN - wide, 0 - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in fall and summer
Uses: easy-to-grow, evening garden, fragrant, rare

GROWING CONDITIONS for Zaluzianskya capensis

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

One of the sweetest night-blooming flowers in your grandmother's garden! It has a delectable scent combining vanilla, marzipan and honey- it's so richly aromatic you may be tempted to nibble the flowers! The clusters of pure white pinwheel flowers are brushed with maroon on the reverse. Grow in pots in fertile, very well-drained soil, use an even hand when watering, and shear lightly for repeat bloom.
Beware – the heavenly fragrance of this rare South African perennial may be highly addictive! As the sun goes down, maroon buds open into a profusion of innocent looking white pinwheels. If you’re in proximity, be prepared to swoon, the fragrance is powerfully delicious, like sweet cake fresh from the oven. Most intoxicating after dark, so plant it near a bedroom window! Best & longer lived in a container, it’ll reach 12” x 12” & flower over a long period. Cut back to 4” tall for a second round of bloom. Very EASY to grow & fabulous before-bed aromatherapy for kids, as well as grown-ups. Everyone needs a little “Midnight Candy”!

Gardening facts about Zaluzianskya capensis plant

How to Grow Zaluzianskya capensis

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
    • semi-evergreen
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