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Linnaea- (Twin Flower)
Linnaea borealis |
This native of the colder areas of Northern Europe was named in honor
of Linnaeus, one of Europes most renowned naturalists. It is an old favorite
which produces a tangled mat of slender stems and rounded evergreen leaves.
It spreads quickly and can become invasive, but it is easily kept in check.
During the summer months the dainty bell-like flowers appear above the foliage.
A good choice if you have a large damp and shady area to cover.
VARIETIES:
There is just one species-
L.
borealis. The basic details are height 2 in., spread 2 ft., flowering period
May-July. From the prostrate carpet of stems and leaves the flower-stalks
appear, each one topped by a pair of pale pink flowers- hense the common
name. An easy plant if the conditions are right- but disappointment on a
sandy, sunny or chalky site. If you can't find it choose the variety
americana. The plant is bigger and less temperamental and the flowers are
deeper
pink.
SITE
& SOIL:
Requires moist humus-rich soil in partial shade.
PROPAGATION:
Sow seeds under glass or plant stem cuttings in a cold frame in
spring.
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