Wahlenbergia stricta, the Tall Bluebell, is a tall, clumping perennial herb, growing to 40 90cm tall, widespread in plains, grassland, red gum woodland, in wet and damp valleys and dry sclerophyll forests and grassy low open forest It grows in all states except the Northern Territory
A great rockery or border plant that is also good for hanging baskets and pots as well Does well in a wide range of soils
This species tolerates some dryness
Flowering Time: Spring, Summer, Autumn
Ph Level: Acid, Neutral, Alkaline
Soil Type: Sandy, Loamy, Sandy loam, Clay loam, Potting mix
Climate Zone: Sub tropical, Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean, Cool, Semi arid
Light: Sunny, Light shade, Half shade
Frost Tolerance: Tolerates light frost
Bush food : Both its long, carrot like roots and its electric blue flowers are edible, and are most attractive added to a salad
Germination: Takes about 3 4 weeks, does self seed
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