Description
(Rehmannia elata)
SPECIAL QUALITIES
An elegant perennial, with stately rose-pink flowers set on tall spikes.
FLOWERS
Large pink flowers from spring to winter.
POSITION & USES
Beverley Bells prefers rich, moist but well drained soil in part to fulJ sun. It will add splashes of colour to the more sheltered parts of the garden.
CULTIVATION
Cultivate soil before planting. Thrives in rich, moist, well drained soil Mulch well to conserve soil moisture and suppress weeds. Remove spent flower stems. Water well in dry weather and cut back stems after flowering.
FERTILISING
Regular applications of Seasol and Power Feed over spring and summer will keep it looking its best.
WATER RATING
- Red can = Little water in hot, dry weather.
- Green can = Deep watering every few weeks in hot, dry weather.
- Blue can = Deep watering weekly in hot, dry weather.
Codes are a guide only and watering requirements will be affected by soil type, competition, mulching, wind and many other factors. Try to group plants with the same code in the one bed.
CAUTION: May be harmful if eaten.
Herb Attributes
Plants Needed per Square Metre | 4 |
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Habit | A hardy evergreen sending up numerous flower stems from large clumps of evergreen foliage. |
Position | Full sun to Part Shade, Moderate Frost. |
Height | 1M |
Width | 50CM |