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Beginner
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1m
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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Botanical name: Cedronella canariensis
Other names: Balm of Gilead, Canary balm
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Genus: Cedronella
Species: C. canariensis - C. canariensis is a tender perennial. It has three-lobed leaves that are aromatic and in summer, bears pink two-lipped flowers.
Cedronella canariensis is: Deciduous
Flower: Pink in Summer
Foliage: Green in Summer
Fragrance: Leaves are aromatic
Habit: Clump-forming
Cedronella canariensis (Balm of Gilead) will reach a height of 1m and a spread of 1m after 1-2 years.
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Suggested uses: Beds and borders, City, Cottage/Informal, Greenhouse, Indoor, Low Maintenance
Cultivation: Plant in moisture-retentive, free-draining soil in full sun or light shade. Not fully hardy, although may survive winter in mild areas.
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Chalky, Loamy, Sandy |
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Moist but well-drained, Well-drained |
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Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
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| Light: |
Partial Shade, Full Sun |
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South, East, West |
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| Exposure: |
Exposed, Sheltered |
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| Hardiness: |
Tender in frost (H3) |
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