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Iochroma

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Iochroma
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Fact sheet

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Typeshrub

“Iochroma is a genus of about 34 species of shrubs” — Iochroma - Wikipedia

Days to germination28–42 days

“The seeds should begin sprouting within 4 to 6 weeks” — Iochroma grandiflora - Germinating the seeds

Days to maturity70 days

“allow up to 10 weeks for any slow ones to sprout” — Iochroma grandiflora - Germinating the seeds

Germination temperature65–75 °F

“Keep the pots at about 65-75 degrees F” — Iochroma grandiflora - Germinating the seeds

Lightfull sun

“Iochroma thrives in warm climates, but can be grown as far north as zone 7 with proper care. It prefers full sunlight, but benefits from shade in hotter climates.” — Iochroma: The Hummingbird Magnet | Growing, Care, and Propagation Guide - Gardening Tips and Tools

WaterKeep soil evenly moist

“Keep soil moist, watering freely in dry weather.” — Iochroma (Iochroma cyaneum) - MyGardenLife

Soil pH5.5

“Iochroma prefers well-drained, acidic soil with a pH of around 5.5.” — Iochroma: The Hummingbird Magnet | Growing, Care, and Propagation Guide - Gardening Tips and Tools

Hardiness zones7–8/9

“Iochromas are cultivated as flowering ornamentals and in cooler zones (zones 7–8/9)” — Iochroma - Wikipedia

Spacing24–66 in

“Space: 2-3' / 0.6-0.9m” — Iochroma (Iochroma cyaneum) - MyGardenLife

Height42–60 in

“Height: 4-5' / 1.2-1.5m” — Iochroma (Iochroma cyaneum) - MyGardenLife

Propagationseed, cutting

“Propagating Iochroma is easy. You can take cuttings from an established plant or sow seeds in well-drained potting mix.” — Iochroma: The Hummingbird Magnet | Growing, Care, and Propagation Guide - Gardening Tips and Tools

Transplant2-3 months old

“When the plants are 2-3 months old, transplant them to a larger container” — Iochroma grandiflora - Germinating the seeds

Ready whenblooms on new growth so prune away!

“blooms on new growth so prune away!” — Iochroma cyaneum | Iochroma cyanea | Iochroma tubulosa | Iochroma tubulosum | plant lust

Edible partsdecorative berries

“These flowers are a magnet for hummingbirds! Decorative berries follow the blooms.” — Iochroma (Iochroma cyaneum) - MyGardenLife

IndoorsCan be grown in a large planter and placed indoors by a sunny window for the winter.

“Can be grown in a large planter and placed indoors by a sunny window for the winter.” — Iochroma (Iochroma cyaneum) - MyGardenLife

Companionshummingbirds, bees

“Iochroma flowers attract hummingbirds (Americas only) and bees to gardens” — Iochroma - Wikipedia

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