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Calandrinia spectabilis

Botanical rarity seldom seen in Australian gardens, native to Chile. Bright magenta poppy-like flowers on long graceful stems that move beautifully in a light breeze. Mid-green diamond shaped leaves form a good mound of evergreen foliagel, which works well as a focal point in succulent groupings and rock garden plantings. Best in drier drained soils, drought tolerant and hardy in light frost.

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Botanical rarity seldom seen in Australian gardens, native to Chile. Bright magenta poppy-like flowers on long graceful stems that move beautifully in a light breeze. Mid-green diamond shaped leaves form a good mound of evergreen foliagel, which works well as a focal point in succulent groupings and rock garden plantings. Best in drier drained soils, drought tolerant and hardy in light frost.

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Light requirement
full sun
Height range
medium (21 - 80cm)
Drought resistance
very good
Frost tolerance
poor
Flowering time
summer
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