Aurinia
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Fact sheet
every fact quoted from its source“Basket of Gold is a low-growing perennial ground cover” — How to Grow Basket of Gold — LizPlants
“Flowers in first year from transplants; 60-90 days from seed to blooming” — How to Grow Basket of Gold — LizPlants
“☀️ Sun: Full sun, 6-8 hours daily minimum” — How to Grow Basket of Gold — LizPlants
“Water: Low water needs once established. Water moderately during establishment and growth; drought-tolerant thereafter.” — How to Grow Basket of Gold — LizPlants
“Soil pH: 6.0-7.5” — How to Grow Basket of Gold — LizPlants
“Thrives in zones 3-8” — How to Grow Basket of Gold — LizPlants
“Spacing: 12-18 inches” — How to Grow Basket of Gold — LizPlants
“Planting depth: Surface sow seeds or plant transplants at soil level” — How to Grow Basket of Gold — LizPlants
“Gradually harden off transplants before planting outdoors” — How to Grow Basket of Gold — LizPlants
“Deadhead spent flowers to encourage extended blooming.” — How to Grow Basket of Gold — LizPlants
“Aurinia flowers are edible with a mild, slightly peppery flavor and can be used as garnish for salads, desserts, and beverages.” — How to Grow Basket of Gold — LizPlants
“Plant with: creeping phlox, candytuft, sedum, alpine aster, lamb's ear, thyme, dwarf lavender, sempervivum” — How to Grow Basket of Gold — LizPlants
“Avoid planting near: plants requiring frequent watering, shade plants, nitrogen-heavy feeders” — How to Grow Basket of Gold — LizPlants
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Where this comes from
- Name and place in the family tree: GBIF Backbone Taxonomy (CC BY 4.0)
- Fact sheet: 3 source pages, read and quoted by the OmniGrow Librarian