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Savannah Meadowbeauty

Rhexiaalifanus

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Genus

Rhexia (REKS-ee-uh)

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Synonym

Sun Exposure

Full Sun

Foliage

Herbaceous

Smooth

Height

24-36 in. (60-90 cm)

Spacing

12-15 in. (30-38 cm)

Hardiness

USDA Zone 9a: to -6.6 °C (20 °F)

USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)

USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)

USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)

USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)

Danger

N/A

Bloom Color

Pink

Bloom Time

Mid Spring

Late Spring/Early Summer

Mid Summer

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