Agalinis edwardsiana
🌸flower (3)

Agalinis edwardsiana

Plateau-gerardia · Plateau false foxglove

Tier 2 Difficulty: medium Water: low Light: full_sun
Temperature
15–35 °C
Soil pH
6–7
Hardiness
Zone 7–10
Click count
49
Observations
11

Description

Source: wikipedia (CC BY-SA)

Agalinis edwardsiana is a flowering plant species in the family Orobanchaceae family with the common name plateau agalinis.

Care Guide

💧 Water
☀️ Light Full sun

Plateau false foxglove comes from bright, open habitats where it flourishes in full sun. It can tolerate partial sun but prefers direct sunlight for optimal growth. This plant, which may be annual or biennial, is known for its sun-loving nature.

Ideal: Full sun
🌡️ Temperature 15–35°C

Plateau false foxglove can tolerate a wide range of temperatures, but its geographic range may nonetheless be restricted by various combinations of moisture and heat. It grows best in warm summer conditions with sufficient rainfall or supplemental watering. Extended stretches of overcast, rainy weather or sustained high temperatures can make the plant more likely to die. During winter, protecting it from cold improves its chances of survival.

Ideal temperature: 15–35°C
💨 Humidity
Humidity:
🪴 Soil 6-7
Soil pH: 6-7
🌱 Fertilizer

Plateau false foxglove responds well to regular, dilute applications of fertilizer to encourage healthy leaf growth. You should feed Plateau false foxglove about once a month during the summer. Nitrogen is important for foliage, and adding nitrogen-rich sources helps Plateau false foxglove thrive.

🪴 Pot & Repot
✂️ Pruning

The Plateau false foxglove is known for its tubular flowers and delicate foliage. To encourage blooming, it’s best to prune the plant from early to late spring, focusing on removing any weak stems to improve air circulation. Deadheading, or removing spent flowers, will help extend the flowering period. Regular pruning not only reduces the risk of disease but also enhances the plant's appearance. For more detailed care tips, consult reputable gardening guides.

🌿 Propagating
🐛 Diseases & pets
☠️ Toxicity

Characteristics

Plant Type
Herb
Life Cycle
Annual
Genus
Agalinis
Family
Orobanchaceae
Hardiness Zone
7-10
Mature Height
30 cm to 91 cm
Mature Spread
20 cm to 40 cm
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Deciduous
Flower Color
Pink
Flower Size
2.03 cm to 3.05 cm
Bloom Time
Late summer, Early fall
Planting Time
Spring, Summer
Harvest Time
Early fall, Mid fall

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Common Names (2)

en Plateau-gerardia
en Plateau false foxglove