Add rich, deep tones to your garden with Marron Atrosanguineus, a striking flowering variety admired for its velvety maroon blooms and strong growth habit. This hardy plant brings elegance to borders, beds, and containers while offering long-lasting color through the summer months. Its resilience and easy-care nature make it a favorite for both beginner and experienced gardeners.
Features & Benefits:
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Deep Maroon Blooms – Unique, velvety flowers that add dramatic beauty.
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Hardy Growth – Thrives in a variety of garden conditions.
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Extended Flowering Season – Blooms from mid-summer to early autumn.
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Versatile Use – Perfect for garden beds, borders, and containers.
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Low Maintenance – Easy to grow and care for.
Specifications:
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Plant Type: Perennial (often grown as an annual in cooler climates)
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Height: 18 – 24 inches
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Blooming Season: Summer to early autumn
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Light Requirement: Full sun to partial shade
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Soil Preference: Fertile, well-draining soil
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Watering: Moderate, keep soil slightly moist
Planting & Sowing Instructions:
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Sowing Time: Early spring indoors or direct sow outdoors after the last frost.
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Soil Preparation: Loosen soil and enrich with compost for healthy growth.
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Sowing Depth: Sow seeds about 1/8 inch deep.
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Spacing: Plant 8 – 12 inches apart.
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Watering: Keep soil moist until germination (14–21 days).
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Care: Remove faded blooms to encourage continuous flowering.
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Maintenance: Provide occasional feeding during blooming season for best results.
