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Scientific
Name:
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Elegia capensis 'Ginny’s Giant'
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Common Name:
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Deciduous vs. Evergreen
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evergreen
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Perennial vs. Annual
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perennial
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Shade
vs. Sun
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full sun to partial shade
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Height
x Width
& How Stands
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8-10’ tall X 4-6’ wide
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Flower
Color
& Bloom Time
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Zone
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hardy to 20-25° F
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Description,
Notes
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an especially robust selection of
Elegia capensis selected by Ginny Hunt of Suncrest Nursery
in Watsonville, Ca; South African native; low/no phosphorus
fertilizer; wind tolerant; requires well-drained soil;
good in large containers; perfect near water features
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Photos are property of Crescent Hill Nursery
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Descriptions are based on our experience growing
these plants in both the garden and nursery setting.
Additional information and feedback is encouraged.
All plants are classified under USDA
hardiness zones.
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