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Savannah Primrose Willow

Ludwigiavirgata

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Family
Onagraceae (on-uh-GRAY-see-ee)
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Genus
Ludwigia (lud-WIG-ee-uh)
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Species
virgata (vir-GA-tuh)
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Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage

Unknown - Tell us

Height
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)
Spacing
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
Hardiness

Unknown - Tell us

Danger
N/A
Bloom Color
Bright Yellow
Bloom Time
Late Spring/Early Summer
Mid Summer
Late Summer/Early Fall
Mid Fall
Late Fall/Early Winter
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Category
Ponds and Aquatics
Shrubs
Water Requirements
Requires consistently moist soil; do not let dry out between waterings
Very high moisture needs; suitable for bogs and water gardens
Foliage Color

Unknown - Tell us

Where to Grow

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Bloom Characteristics
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Bloom Size

Unknown - Tell us

Other details

Unknown - Tell us

Soil pH requirements
5.6 to 6.0 (acidic)
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information

Unknown - Tell us

Propagation Methods
From herbaceous stem cuttings
Seed Collecting
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
Regional
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MotherNature4
Bartow, FL (Zone 9a) | August 2005 | positive

Frequently found around ponds throughout Florida's northern & central peninsula and panhandle, this species may be identified by the styl...Read More

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