'Orange Slices' Spigelia marilandica
- Part Shade
- Part Sun to Sun
- Spring
- Summer
This plant is hardy in zones 5 - 9
Zones are based on the average annual extreme minimum temperature an area is expected to receive during the winter. They are used to determine whether a plant is likely to be perennial in your area. If the number in the green box below is within the zone range listed for the plant, it will be hardy for you and thrive in your climate.
- 5
- 6
- 7
- 8
- 9
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FEATURES
Tubular flowers appear for many weeks, falling to the ground after bloom. Popular with hummingbirds. Long-lived once established. More floriferous in full sun, filtered sun is recommended in southern regions.
Attracts:BeesHummingbirdsNative to North AmericaCHARACTERISTICS
Plant Type:PerennialHeight Category:MediumGarden Height:16 - 20 Inches41cm - 51cmSpacing:16 - 18 Inches 41cm - 46cmSpread:16 - 18 Inches 41cm - 46cmFlower Colors:OrangeRedFlower Shade:Orange redFoliage Colors:GreenFoliage Shade:GreenHabit:MoundedContainer Role:FillerPLANT NEEDS
Light Requirement:Part ShadePart Sun to SunThe optimum amount of sun or shade each plant needs to thrive: Full Sun (6+ hours), Part Sun (4-6 hours), Full Shade (up to 4 hours).
Maintenance Category:EasyBloom Time:Early SummerMid SummerLate SummerLate SpringHardiness Zones:5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9bWater Category:AverageSoil Fertility Requirement:Average SoilFertile SoilUses:ContainerCut FlowerSpecimen or Focal PointMaintenance Notes:Easy to grow in most soils but is best in rich, moist soils with good drainage. Thrives in both full sun and partial shade.
'Orange Slices' Spigelia marilandica USPP 36,721, Can PBRAFPICTURES AND INFORMATION COPIED FROM PROVEN WINNERS


