Erysimum, Perennial Wallflower 'Lilac Joy'

Erysimum mutabilis

Family
Brassicaceae (brass-ih-KAY-see-ee)
Genus
Erysimum (er-RIS-ih-mum)
Species
mutabilis (mew-TAB-ill-iss)
Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage
Provides Winter Interest
Smooth
Height
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Spacing
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Danger
N/A
Bloom Color
Lavender
Bloom Time
Late Winter/Early Spring
Mid Winter
Other Details
Category
Perennials
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Flowers are fragrant
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
From softwood cuttings
From seed; direct sow outdoors in fall
Seed Collecting
Collect seedhead/pod when flowers fade; allow to dry
Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds
Regional

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(Zone 1) | October 2012 | positive

Erysimum Mutabilis 'Lilac Joy' - a perennial wallflower bred by renowned New Zealand plant breeder Terry Hatch. It provides masses of fra...Read More

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