Helonias bullata
SWAMP PINK
Melanthiaceae

 
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Plant type: evergreen rhizomatous soft-wooded perennial

Hardiness zones: 9-10

Sunlight: hot overhead sun to dappled light

Soil Moisture: constantly moist to usually boggy

Soil: enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: light frost
0.45m
Plant habit
 
0.3m

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Flowers: pink & purple

Flowering Time: early spring to late spring
 
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Helonias bullata
SWAMP PINK
Melanthiaceae

 

Photo coming
  Plant type: evergreen rhizomatous soft-wooded perennial

Hardiness zones: 9-10

Sunlight: hot overhead sun to dappled light

Soil Moisture: constantly moist to usually boggy

Soil: enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: light frost
0.45m
Plant habit
 
0.3m

FEATURES

Flowers: pink & purple

Flowering Time: early spring to late spring


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits tropical & cottage designs

Uses: mass planting, border, soil binding

Growth rate: average

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average






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