Linaria purpurea
TAXONOMIE
FamiliePlantaginaceae
GeslachtLinaria
Zone5
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Linaria purpurea, commonly known as Purple Toadflax, is a perennial plant in the family Plantaginaceae. Native to Italy, it has naturalized in various parts of Europe and North America. It features tall, slender spikes of purple flowers and narrow, grey-green leaves. The plant is known for its hardiness and ability to thrive in temperate climates. It undergoes a dormancy period during the winter months.
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Antirrhinum Purpureum
Linaria purpurascens
Purple toadflax
Termontis purpurea
OVERZICHT
VPDBerekenen
WaterDroog
BodemLeemachtig
LichtDirect helder (6 Uur)
Temperatuur20° C
Vochtigheid50
Kiemrust3 Maanden
pH6,5
Druk1.013
DETAILS
Onderhoudsinstructies
Purple Toadflax is relatively easy to care for. It prefers full sun and moderate temperatures. Water the plant when the soil is almost completely dry, and ensure it has good air circulation. It can tolerate a range of humidity levels but prefers moderate humidity. Regular deadheading will encourage more blooms.Bodem
Linaria purpurea thrives in well-draining loamy soil. It can tolerate poor soil conditions but prefers a moderately fertile environment. Ensure the soil has good drainage to prevent waterlogging, which can lead to root rot.Kunstmest
Fertilize Purple Toadflax with a balanced fertilizer, such as 5-10-10, once in the early spring and again in mid-summer. Avoid over-fertilizing, as this can lead to excessive foliage growth at the expense of flowers.Verpotten
Repot Linaria purpurea every 2-3 years or when it outgrows its container. Choose a pot that is slightly larger than the current one and ensure it has drainage holes. Gently remove the plant from its old pot, shake off excess soil, and place it in the new pot with fresh soil.Voortplanting
Propagate Purple Toadflax by seed or division. Sow seeds in early spring or late summer, lightly covering them with soil. For division, separate the plant in early spring or late fall, ensuring each division has a healthy root system.Snoeien
Prune Linaria purpurea to maintain its shape and encourage more blooms. Deadhead spent flowers regularly and cut back the plant by one-third in late summer to promote a second flush of blooms. In late fall, cut the plant back to the ground to prepare for winter dormancy.Toxiciteit
Linaria purpurea is not known to be toxic to pets or humans. However, as with all plants, it is best to prevent pets and children from ingesting any part of the plant.Aanvullend
Linaria purpurea is a great addition to cottage gardens and wildflower meadows. It attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies, making it beneficial for the ecosystem. The plant is also deer-resistant, making it a good choice for gardens in areas with high deer populations.BRENG EEN REVOLUTIE TEWEEG IN UW PLANTENVERZORGING
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