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Sabatiakennedyana

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Sabatia kennedyana by mgarr
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Family
Gentianaceae (jen-shun-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Sabatia (sa-BAY-shee-uh)
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Species
kennedyana (ken-nee-dee-AH-hun)
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Synonym
Sabatia dodecandra var. kennedyana
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage
Herbaceous
Smooth
Height
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Spacing

Unknown - Tell us

Hardiness
USDA Zone 5a: to -28.8 °C (-20 °F)
USDA Zone 7b: to -14.9 °C (5 °F)
Danger

Unknown - Tell us

Bloom Color
Pink
Bloom Time
Mid Summer
Late Summer/Early Fall
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Category
Perennials
Ponds and Aquatics
Water Requirements
Very high moisture needs; suitable for bogs and water gardens
Foliage Color
Blue-Green
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
Soil pH requirements
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information

Unknown - Tell us

Propagation Methods
Direct sow as soon as the ground can be worked
Seed Collecting
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
Seed does not store well; sow as soon as possible
Regional

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

Halifax, Massachusetts

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