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Nama demissa

Also Known As

  • Marilaunidium demissum
  • Nama demissum
  • Purplemat

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

  • H: 4"-6"
  • W: 6"-9"

planting zones

  • 1-12

Nama demissa plant details

Nama demissa is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In spring and summer magenta and purple flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Nama demissa

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: boraginaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 IN - 9 IN - wide, 4 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: magenta and purple blooms in spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Nama demissa

USDA Zones: 1 - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Gardening facts about Nama demissa plant

How to Grow Nama demissa

  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun

Features

  • Flower Color

    • purple
    • magenta
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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