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Scientific
Name:
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Mitraria coccinea
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Common Name:
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Chilean Mitre Flower
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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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part shade to full
sun on the coast
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Height
x Width
& How Stands
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24-48" tall X wide
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Flower
Color
& Bloom Time
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large (1.5") tubular
scarlet flowers from late spring to early fall
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Zone
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hardy to 15-20° F
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Description,
Notes
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rarely seen shade
specialist grown for its waxy dark green foliage and hummingbirds
attracting red blossoms; can be used as a hanging basket
or indoor plant; also thrives in dry shade situations
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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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