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| Family:
Asteraceae |
| Scientific
Name: Bidens ferulifolia Peters Gold Carpet |
| Common
Name: Peters Golden Carpet |
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Description: | A very florific bloomer covered with 5 petaled golden hued flowers. Can be used in a hanging basket, trailing in pots or as a spreading ground cover. |
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plant
type:
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Annuals |
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Hardiness
zone:
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9-11 |
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Sunlight:
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full sun |
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Moisture:
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average, draught tolerant once established |
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Soil
& Site:
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average |
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Media:
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Temperature:
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hardy to 30 degrees F |
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Flowers:
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5 ray flowers, golden hued, honey scented |
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Foliage:
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Dimensions:
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12 inches tall, spread over 24 inches |
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Maintenance:
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very little |
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Propagation:
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Origin & History:
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Distributed by Proven Winners. Bidens is made up of Latin bis (twice, in two) and dens (tooth) components with reference to the two-fanged fruit (seeds). (www.plantlives.com) |
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Notes
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