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Amsinckia Species, Large Flowered Fiddleneck

Amsinckiagrandiflora

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Genus
Amsinckia (am-SING-kee-uh)
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Species
grandiflora (gran-dih-FLOR-uh)
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Synonym
Amsinckia vernicosa var. grandiflora
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage
Herbaceous
Succulent
Height
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
Spacing
9-12 in. (22-30 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
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Bloom Time
Mid Spring
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Category
Annuals
Herbs
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
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Bloom Characteristics

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Soil pH requirements
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)
Patent Information

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Propagation Methods
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting

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Regional

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

San Leandro, California

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San Leandro, CA (Zone 9b) | June 2013 | positive

On a state and national level this California wildflower is considered a critically endangered species.

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