Linaria

Linaria Purpurea ÎNatalieâ

Botanical name: Linaria purpurea (Natalie)
Family Scrophulariaceae
Plant type: Herbaceous perennial
Ideal Planting time: Winter
Size: 60-90cm tall x 30cm wide.
Depth & Spacing: Plant 20-30cm apart & to the same depth as it was in the pot.
Aspect: Full sun to light shade
Soil: Rich & well drained.
Watering: Keep the plant moist whilst actively growing.
Fertilising: Apply a complete fertiliser every Spring.
Flowering time: Summer onwards.
Pruning required: Cut back hard each Winter to keep the plant neat & shapely.
Tolerances: Very tolerant of hot summers & droughts.