Horned Rampion. A tufted alpine with narrow leaves and rounded clusters of violet-blue flowers. Max Height 40cm. Max Spread 30cm. Flowers June to July. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Phyteuma scheuchzeri
A tufted alpine with narrow leaves and rounded clusters of violet-blue flowers.
Additional information
| Generic | Phyteuma |
|---|---|
| Species | scheuchzeri |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Horned Rampion |
| Flower Colour | violet, blue |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 40cm |
| Family | Campanulaceae |
| Spread | 30cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Rosette-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | June, July |
| 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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