Polygala fruticosa 'Alta Mariposa'

Also Known As

Large Butterfly Sweet Pea Shrub

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 4'
W: 4'

planting zones

9a-10b

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Polygala fruticosa 'Alta Mariposa' plant details

Polygala fruticosa 'Alta Mariposa' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In fall, spring, summer and winter magenta flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Polygala fruticosa 'Alta Mariposa'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: polygalaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT wide, 4 FT tall
Flowers: magenta blooms in fall, spring, summer and winter
Uses: container plant, long-blooming, tropical-looking, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Polygala fruticosa 'Alta Mariposa'

USDA Zones: 9a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: average and well-drained

Gardening facts about Polygala fruticosa 'Alta Mariposa' plant

How to Grow Polygala fruticosa 'Alta Mariposa'

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- magenta
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
- fall
- winter
Foliage Season
- evergreen

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