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Recommended Temperature Zone:
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Sunset: 12-13,18-24 Zone
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USDA: 9-10 Zone
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Frost Protection:
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Hardy to 20° F (-6°C)
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Sun Exposure:
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Full sun. Tolerates partial shade in Phoenix.
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Origin:
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Miraflores and La Paz Boliva. 3300-3800 meters.
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Growth Habits:
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Fast growing to 6 feet. Develops into thick clusters.
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Watering Needs:
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Water well during growing season
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| Soil / Container requirements |
If container grown, provide a deep pot. Grows in any soil
in the landscape.
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Propagation:
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Propagate from cuttings.
Easy to grown form seeds.
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| Blooming Habits: |
White trumpet shaped flowers 5" in length. Fragrant.
Plants from cuttings that are 4 years and older flower plentifully.
Flowers Attracts hummingbirds. Develops 1/2" fruit that
ripen to a red color.
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