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Plantago australis
Also Known As
- Mexican Plantain
- Plantain
- Southern Plantain
Plant type
perennial, herb
size
- H: 12"
- W: 12"
planting zones
- 9a-11
Plantago australis plant details
Plantago australis is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial herb with blue and green foliage. In summer green and tan flowers emerge. Attracts beneficial insects, birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Plantago australis
- Plant type: perennial herb
- Plant family: plantaginaceae
- Foliage: semi-evergreen blue and green
- Mature size: 0 - 12 IN - wide, 0 - 12 IN - tall
- Flowers: green and tan blooms in summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Plantago australis
- USDA Zones: 9a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
Garden photo gallery of Plantago australis
By: Stan Shebs
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By: Stan Shebs
This file is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 license.
By: Stan Shebs
This file is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 license.
By: Stan Shebs
This file is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 license.
By: Stan Shebs
This file is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 license.
Gardening facts about Plantago australis plant
How to Grow Plantago australis
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular - low
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Features
Foliage Color
- green
- blue
Flower Color
- green
- tan
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- birds
- butterflies
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
Perennial, Aquatic
Zones
4a-10a
Size
Height: 8"-10"
Width: 12"-18"
- sun - mostly shade
- standing water - occasional
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Plant Type
Herb, Annual / Biennial
Zones
2a-12
Size
Height: 8"
Width: 12"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
3a-10b
Size
Height: 6"-10"
Width: 6"-10"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - occasional
aka Tall Coastal Plantain
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
9a-11
Size
Height: 6"-12"
Width: 12"
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - regular
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