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Limnanthes, Douglas' Meadow Foam, Poached Egg Plant, Fried Eggs 'Spanish Omelette Mixed'

Limnanthesdouglasii

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Genus
Limnanthes (lim-NAN-thees)
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Species
douglasii (dug-LUS-ee-eye)
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Synonym
Sun Exposure
Sun to Partial Shade
Foliage
Herbaceous
Height
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)
Spacing
6-9 in. (15-22 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Danger

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Bloom Color
Pale Yellow
White/Near White
Bloom Time
Mid Summer
Late Summer/Early Fall
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Category
Annuals
Water Requirements
Requires consistently moist soil; do not let dry out between waterings
Foliage Color

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Where to Grow

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Bloom Characteristics
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Bloom Size

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Soil pH requirements

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Patent Information

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Propagation Methods
From seed; direct sow outdoors in fall
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
Regional
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