Toadflax. An erect perennial with mid-green leaves and slender spikes of violet-purple flowers throughout summer into autumn. Max Height 90cm. Max Spread 30cm. Flowers June to September. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Linaria purpurea
An erect perennial with mid-green leaves and slender spikes of violet-purple flowers throughout summer into autumn.
Additional information
| Generic | Linaria |
|---|---|
| Species | purpurea |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Toadflax |
| Flower Colour | violet, purple |
| Soil | Light |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 90cm |
| Family | Scrophulariaceae |
| Spread | 30cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Erect |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | June, September |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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