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Adenophora takedae

Also Known As

  • Adenophora takedae var. howozana

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 3"-6"
  • W: 6"-12"

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Adenophora takedae plant details

Adenophora takedae is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Adenophora takedae

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: campanulaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 3 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Adenophora takedae

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A dwarf species from Japan howozana is the alpine form usually less than 15cm high, and considered among the best in the genus along with tashiroi. ZONE 5

Gardening facts about Adenophora takedae plant

How to Grow Adenophora takedae

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • purple
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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