Grassy Bells. A cushion of narrow grass-like, silvery green leaves bears almost stemless upturned bell-shaped, pale to deep violet flowers. Max Height 3cm. Max Spread 15cm. Flowers April to May. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Edraianthus pumilio
A cushion of narrow grass-like, silvery green leaves bears almost stemless upturned bell-shaped, pale to deep violet flowers.
Additional information
| Generic | Edraianthus |
|---|---|
| Species | pumilio |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Grassy Bells |
| Flower Colour | violet |
| Soil | Light |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 3cm |
| Family | Campanulaceae |
| Spread | 15cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Cushion-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | April, May |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | Protect from winter wet |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | |
| Border | Rock garden, Scree |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
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