Orange Hawkweed. A perennial with rosettes of bluish green leaves and orange to orange-red flowers. Max Height 20cm. Max Spread 90cm. Flowers June to August. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Pilosella aurantiaca
A perennial with rosettes of bluish green leaves and orange to orange-red flowers.
Additional information
| Generic | Pilosella |
|---|---|
| Species | aurantiaca |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Orange Hawkweed |
| Flower Colour | orange |
| Soil | Poor |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 20cm |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Spread | 90cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Rosette-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | blue, green |
| Flowers From | June, August |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Dry |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Meadow |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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