Erysimum 'Apricot Twist'
perennial wallflower
From spring to midsummer dark burgundy buds open to reveal lightly scented, apricot-orange coloured flowers. These flowers appear...
Plant description
Garden care: Requires little attention. Provide cloche protection where frosts are very severe or prolonged.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Erysimum Apricot Twist:
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