Achimenes 'Purple King'
Also Known As
- Purple King Orchid Pansy
Plant type
perennial, bulb / corm / tuber
size
- H: 6"-12"
- W: 8"-12"
planting zones
- 7b-12
Achimenes 'Purple King' plant details
Achimenes 'Purple King' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Prefers to be dry in winter, dry when dormant. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Achimenes 'Purple King'
- Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
- Plant family: gesneriaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 8 IN - 12 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
- Flowers: purple blooms in summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Achimenes 'Purple King'
- USDA Zones: 7b - 12
- Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
- Resistant to: humidity
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
Gardening facts about Achimenes 'Purple King' plant
How to Grow Achimenes 'Purple King'
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Water Needs
- dry in winter
Water Needs
- dry when dormant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- humidity tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- purple
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
7b-12
Size
Height: 6"-12"
Width: 8"-12"
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
- dry when dormant
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