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Galactitestomentosa

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Galactites tomentosa by Tomtom
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Family
Asteraceae (ass-ter-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Galactites (ga-lak-TY-tees)
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Species
tomentosa (toh-men-TOH-suh)
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Synonym
Galactites galactites
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage
Grown for foliage
Good Fall Color
Height
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Spacing

Unknown - Tell us

Hardiness
Not Applicable
Danger
Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling
Bloom Color
Magenta (pink-purple)
Lavender
Bloom Time
Late Summer/Early Fall
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Category
Annuals
Biennials
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color
Bronze
Where to Grow

Unknown - Tell us

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

Unknown - Tell us

Patent Information

Unknown - Tell us

Propagation Methods

Unknown - Tell us

Seed Collecting
Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds
Regional

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

Hanceville, Alabama

Hayden, Alabama

Barbourville, Kentucky

Boxford, Massachusetts

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