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Scrophulariaceae

Woody based, hardy plant; opposite, lanceolate leaves, 3" long fragrant flowers in spikes or terminal raceme.

Plant Form or Habit: upright

Plant Type: annual

Plant Use: beds & borders cutflowers

Propagation: seed

Light Requirement: high medium

Flower Color: pink, red, yellow, white, purple

Blooming Period: fall winter

Height: 48 inches - standard, 10 inches - dwarf

Width: 12 inches

Foliage Texture: medium

Heat Tolerance: low

Water Requirements: medium

Additional Comments: Needs well drained and highly fertile soil; choose rust-proof varieties; pinch out center stem to bush; stake young standards; bees attracted to open flowers; not dependably hardy but frost tolerant; in Texas best used as a cool season annual