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Erinaceaanthyllis

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Family
Papilionaceae (pa-pil-ee-uh-NAY-see-ee)
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Genus
Erinacea (er-in-uh-SEE-uh)
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Species
anthyllis (an-THILL-iss)
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Synonym
Erinacea pungens
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage
Evergreen
Height
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)
Spacing
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Hardiness
USDA Zone 5b: to -26.1 °C (-15 °F)
Danger
Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling
Bloom Color
Blue-Violet
Bloom Time
Late Spring/Early Summer
Mid Summer
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Category
Shrubs
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
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Patent Information
Non-patented
Propagation Methods

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Seed Collecting

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Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

East Haddam, Connecticut

Cleveland, Ohio

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