LIFE CYCLE
Perennial
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
Rosette-forming
GROWTH HABIT
Upright
BLOOM SEASON
Late spring
FLAVOUR PROFILE
Not applicable
SUITABLE FOR
out door
SEED TYPE
Open Pollinated
PLANT TYPE
Flowering Plant
PLANTING SEASON
Spring
FRUIT SIZE
Not applicable
PLANT HEIGHT
60–90 cm
LIGHT REQUIREMENT
Full Sun
WATER NEEDS
Moderate
HARDINESS ZONES
USDA Zones 6–9
CONTAINER GARDEN
Yes
PLANT SPACING
30–45 cm
PLANTING DEPTH
Surface sowing
GROWING CONDITIONS
Well-drained
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Francoa appendiculata suitable for ornamental gardens?
What makes Francoa appendiculata suitable for ornamental gardens?
Its elegant flower spikes and attractive foliage provide long-lasting visual interest.
Can this perennial be planted in shaded borders?
Can this perennial be planted in shaded borders?
Yes, it grows well in partial shade with consistently moist soil.
Will the flower spikes rise above the foliage?
Will the flower spikes rise above the foliage?
Yes, tall stems display the blooms clearly above the leafy clumps.
Can Francoa appendiculata be combined with ferns?
Can Francoa appendiculata be combined with ferns?
Yes, it pairs beautifully with ferns and other shade-loving perennials.
Do the flowers attract pollinating insects?
Do the flowers attract pollinating insects?
Yes, the blooms may attract bees and other beneficial pollinators.
Does the plant maintain an attractive clump after flowering?
Does the plant maintain an attractive clump after flowering?
Yes, the foliage continues to provide ornamental value after blooming.