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Palafoxia arida

Also Known As

  • Palafoxia arida var. arida
  • Desert Needle
  • Desert Palafox
  • Spanish Needle

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

  • H: 24"
  • W: 10"

planting zones

  • 1-12

Palafoxia arida plant details

Palafoxia arida is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In spring lavender flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and occasional water. Does well in lean soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Palafoxia arida

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 0 - 10 IN - wide, 0 - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in spring
Uses: native plant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Palafoxia arida

USDA Zones: 1 - 12
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional
Soil needs: lean

Gardening facts about Palafoxia arida plant

How to Grow Palafoxia arida

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • lean

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • lavender
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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