Asystasia gangetica, Chinese Violet, Creeping Foxglove, Ganges Primrose

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Asystasia gangetica, Chinese Violet, Creeping Foxglove, Ganges Primrose

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Asystasia gangetica
Family: Acanthaceae
Chinese Violet, Creeping Foxglove, Ganges Primrose
Origin: India
Groundcover and low-growing 2ft

Subtropical, cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

Asystasia gangetica can be used as a mass planting under large trees and borders in full sun, semi-shade or full shade. It is also a good container plant. Leaves have been eaten as spinach by the local people.

This ground cover thrives in semi-shade and will also grow in sunny spots if it receives adequate moisture. It can be planted in any soil in the garden, but will do better if plenty of compost is added.

Propagate from cuttings taken after flowering or by removing rooted runners (small plants must be protected from frost).

Similar plants:

Asystasia gangetica 'Your'e So Vein'

Asystasia 'Purple Primrose'

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Asystasia gangetica - Ganges Purple Primrose

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5181 Asystasia gangetica - Ganges Purple Primrose

Purple Primrose, Chinese Violet. Low growing perennial with pretty purple glowers, blooming throughout warm season. Can be used as a mass planting under large trees and borders in full sun, semi-shade or full shade. It is also a good container plant. Leaves have been eaten as spinach in India.
This ground cover thrives in semi-shade and will also grow in sunny spots if it receives adequate moisture. It can be planted in any soil in the garden, but will do better if plenty of compost is added.
RECOMMENDED FERTILIZERS:
Pink N Good Daily Plant Food - Flower Booster
Tropical Allure - Smart-Release Booster

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Grown in 6"/ 1 gal pot

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Asystasia gangetica Alba - Ganges White Primrose

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6082 Asystasia gangetica Alba - Ganges White Primrose

White Primrose, Chinese Violet. Low growing perennial with pretty white glowers, blooming throughout warm season. Can be used as a mass planting under large trees and borders in full sun, semi-shade or full shade. It is also a good container plant. Leaves have been eaten as spinach in India.
This ground cover thrives in semi-shade and will also grow in sunny spots if it receives adequate moisture. It can be planted in any soil in the garden, but will do better if plenty of compost is added.
RECOMMENDED FERTILIZERS:
Pink N Good Daily Plant Food - Flower Booster
Tropical Allure - Smart-Release Booster

This item is certified for shipping to California.

California certification

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