Sheeps Bit. An erect alpine with narrow leaves and blue flowers in summer. Max Height 10cm. Max Spread 10cm. Flowers June to August. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Jasione heldreichii
An erect alpine with narrow leaves and blue flowers in summer.
Category: Alpines
Additional information
Generic | Jasione |
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Species | heldreichii |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Sheeps Bit |
Flower Colour | blue |
Soil | Sandy |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Herbaceous |
Height | 10cm |
Family | Campanulaceae |
Spread | 10cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Upright |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | June, August |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
Care | Keep moist in first year |
Border | Rock garden |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
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Maintenance | |
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