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Rafinesquia neomexicana
Also Known As
- Desert Chicory
- Plumeseed
Plant type
annual / biennial
size
- H: 6"-18"
- W: 6"-12"
planting zones
Rafinesquia neomexicana plant details
Rafinesquia neomexicana is a broadleaf semi-evergreen annual / biennial with blue foliage. In spring and summer white flowers emerge. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Rafinesquia neomexicana
- Plant type: annual / biennial
- Plant family: asteraceae
- Foliage: semi-evergreen blue
- Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 6 IN - 18 IN - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Rafinesquia neomexicana
- USDA Zones:
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Garden photo gallery of Rafinesquia neomexicana
By: Stan Shebs
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By: Stan Shebs
This file is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 license.
Gardening facts about Rafinesquia neomexicana plant
How to Grow Rafinesquia neomexicana
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- blue
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen
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