Erect dayflower
Commelina erecta
Erect dayflower is a resilient native perennial that grows well in partial shade to full sun with average moisture. It produces charming blue flowers throughout summer and naturalizes easily in garden borders or naturalized areas. Minimal care is needed once plants are established in suitable conditions.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
24″ – 60″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
12″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • Water Until Soil Is Evenly Moist; Tolerates Brief Dry Periods Once Established
Soil pH
6 – 7.5
Temperature
0° – 90°F
Mature Spread
up to 36″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed, Cutting
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Jul 23, 2011 by EOL − Mary Keim (cc-by-nc-sa)
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