Chaenorhinum origanifolium 'Summer Skies'
Also Known As
- Chaenorhinum 'Summer Sky'
- Linaria origanifolia
- Dwarf Snapdragon
- Fairy Snapdragon
- Malling Toadflax
Plant type
perennial, groundcover
size
- H: 8"-10"
- W: 10"-12"
planting zones
- 6b-9b
Chaenorhinum origanifolium 'Summer Skies' plant details
Chaenorhinum origanifolium 'Summer Skies' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial groundcover with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer blue, lavender, purple and yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and even moisture - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Chaenorhinum origanifolium 'Summer Skies'
- Plant type: perennial groundcover
- Plant family: plantaginaceae
- Foliage: semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 10 IN - 12 IN - wide, 8 IN - 10 IN - tall
- Flowers: blue, lavender, purple and yellow blooms in fall, spring and summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Chaenorhinum origanifolium 'Summer Skies'
- USDA Zones: 6b - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: even moisture - low
- Resistant to: heat
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
Gardening facts about Chaenorhinum origanifolium 'Summer Skies' plant
How to Grow Chaenorhinum origanifolium 'Summer Skies'
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- even moisture - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- yellow
- blue
- lavender
- purple
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
Flower Season
- fall
- summer
- spring
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen
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