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Anchusa leptophylla
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 1'-3'
- W: 2'-3'
planting zones
- 3a-9b
Anchusa leptophylla plant details
Anchusa leptophylla is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer blue 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. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average, gritty, lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Anchusa leptophylla
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: boraginaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 1 FT - 3 FT - tall
- Flowers: blue blooms in summer
- Uses: easy-to-grow, long-blooming
GROWING CONDITIONS for Anchusa leptophylla
- USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat
- Soil needs: average, gritty, lean and well-drained
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How to Grow Anchusa leptophylla
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- blue
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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Zones
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Size
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