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Triosteumperfoliatum

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Triosteum perfoliatum by Cville_Gardener
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Family
Caprifoliaceae (cap-ree-foh-lee-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Triosteum (try-oh-SEE-um)
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Species
perfoliatum (per-foh-lee-AY-tum)
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Synonym
Sun Exposure
Sun to Partial Shade
Foliage
Herbaceous
Height
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Spacing
9-12 in. (22-30 cm)
Hardiness

Unknown - Tell us

Danger

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Bloom Color
Fuchsia (red-purple)
Bloom Time
Late Spring/Early Summer
Mid Summer
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Category
Perennials
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
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

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Patent Information

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Propagation Methods

Unknown - Tell us

Seed Collecting

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Regional

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

Topeka, Kansas

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The flower of this plant is not very noticeable but the bright orange berries that follow catch your eye. The seeds were roaste...Read More

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