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Beginner
skill rating |
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0.5m
max. spread |
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1m
max. height |
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1-2 years
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1 hour care
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This plant
is toxic! |
Botanical name: Agrostemma githago
Other names: Corncockle, Gith, Joy of love , Little and pretty, Corn cockle, Bastard nigella, Corn pink
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Genus: Agrostemma
Species: A. githago - A. githago is a tall annual with narrow grey-green leaves and funnel-shaped, magenta-purple flowers in summer.
Agrostemma githago is: Deciduous
Flower: Purple, White in Summer
Foliage: Grey-green in Summer
Habit: Spreading
Toxicity: All parts, but particularly the seeds may cause severe discomfort if ingested.
Agrostemma githago (Corncockle) will reach a height of 1m and a spread of 0.5m after 1-2 years.
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Suggested uses: Beds and borders, Cottage/Informal, Flower Arranging, Wildflower, Wildlife, Woodland
Cultivation: Plant in poor, well-drained soil in full sun. Will need staking.
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Loamy, Sandy |
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Well-drained |
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Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
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| Light: |
Full Sun |
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| Aspect: |
South, West |
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| Exposure: |
Exposed, Sheltered |
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| Hardiness: |
Hardy (H4) |
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