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Lomelosia Species, Carmel Daisy, Scabiosa

Lomelosiaprolifera

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Family
Caprifoliaceae (cap-ree-foh-lee-AY-see-ee)
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Species
prolifera (pro-LEEF-er-uh)
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Synonym
Scabiosa prolifera
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage

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Height
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Spacing
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Danger

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Bloom Color
Pale Yellow
Bloom Time
Mid Summer
Late Summer/Early Fall
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Category
Annuals
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color

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Where to Grow

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Bloom Characteristics

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Bloom Size

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Other details

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Soil pH requirements
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)
Patent Information

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Propagation Methods
From seed; sow indoors before last frost
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting
Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
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Grove City, OH (Zone 6a) | January 2003 | neutral

This species grows fairly wide; give it lots of room. Each bloom can be 2" across. Deadheading prolongs the bloom period. Blooms are c...Read More

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