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Eremogone kingii var. glabrescens

Also Known As

  • Arenaria kingii
  • King's Smooth Sandwort

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 4"-12"
  • W: 6"-18"

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

Eremogone kingii var. glabrescens plant details

Eremogone kingii var. glabrescens is a broadleaf evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Eremogone kingii var. glabrescens

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: caryophyllaceae
Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 6 IN - 18 IN - wide, 4 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Eremogone kingii var. glabrescens

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: heat and wind
Soil needs: average, gritty, rocky and well-drained

Gardening facts about Eremogone kingii var. glabrescens plant

How to Grow Eremogone kingii var. glabrescens

  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • wind tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
    • semi-evergreen

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