False Dracaena

Talbotiaelegans

Genus
Talbotia (tal-BOT-ee-a)
Species
elegans (ELL-eh-ganz)
Synonym
Barbacenia elegans
Vellozia elegans
Sun Exposure
Light Shade
Foliage
Evergreen
Height
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)
Spacing
12-15 in. (30-38 cm)
Hardiness
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)
Bloom Color
Lavender
White/Near White
Bloom Time
Mid Spring
Late Spring/Early Summer
Other Details
Category
Alpines and Rock Gardens
Groundcovers
Tropicals and Tender Perennials
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Suitable for growing in containers
Bloom Characteristics
Flowers are fragrant
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
Seed Collecting
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Floresville, TX (Zone 9a) | June 2004 | positive

I have recently acquired seeds of four brazilian Vellozia species, and was wondering if anyone has any tips on starting them from seed...

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