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Phygellius

Botanical name: Phygellius rectus 'Moonraker', 'Salmon Leap' &
'Winchester Fanfare'
Family: Scrophulariaceae
Origin: South Africa
Plant type: Evergreen perennial.
Flowering time: Late Spring to Autumn.
Size (HxW): 90-100cm x 80cm
Ideal soil. Friable, well drained
Ideal aspect: Sun to light shade.
Preferred climate: Cool to sub-tropical
Depth & spacing: Plant to the same depth as it was in the pot & 80cm apart.
Pruning requirements: In warm areas shape as required. In cold areas cut
the plant back to ground level in Winter.
Frost tolerance: Hardy.
Watering: Keep well watered.
Fertiliser requirements: 1-2 handfuls of general fertiliser per square metre.
Pests: None known

Last Reviewed: 13/02/2004 11:30:38 AM
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