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Chaenactisfremontii

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Chaenactis fremontii by Kelli
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Family
Asteraceae (ass-ter-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Chaenactis (kee-NAK-tis)
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Species
fremontii (free-MON-tee-eye)
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Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade
Foliage

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Height
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
Spacing

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Hardiness
Not Applicable
Danger
N/A
Bloom Color
Pale Pink
White/Near White
Bloom Time
Late Winter/Early Spring
Mid Spring
Late Spring/Early Summer
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Category
Annuals
Herbs
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
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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Other details

Unknown - Tell us

Soil pH requirements

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Patent Information

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Propagation Methods

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Seed Collecting

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