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Operculinamacrocarpa

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Operculina macrocarpa by Phytodealer
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Family
Convolvulaceae (kon-volv-yoo-LAY-see-ee)
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Genus
Operculina (oh-per-koo-LEE-nuh)
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Species
macrocarpa (ma-kro-KAR-pa)
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Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage

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Height

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Spacing
8-10 ft. (2.4-3 m)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Danger

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Bloom Color
White/Near White
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Category
Vines and Climbers
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
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Soil pH requirements

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Patent Information

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Propagation Methods
Direct sow as soon as the ground can be worked
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Scarify seed before sowing
Self-sows freely; deadhead if you do not want volunteer seedlings next season
Seed Collecting
Bag seedheads to capture ripening seed
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds
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