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Centranthus ruber

Jupiter's Beard, Red Valerian

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Susan Frommer/Jacobs

 

Description

This groundcover is a self seeding annual in the high desert. It will grow 1'-3' high and has medium-size blue/green leaves with red, pink, or white flowers that bloom in the summer.The most common color is red.

 

Plant Type

Ground cover, Annual

Height Range

1-3'

Flower Color

Pink, Red, White

Flower Season

Summer

Leaf Color

Blue Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Remember to check your irrigation systems once a month, especially your valves, sprinkler heads, and drip emitters.

If your controller is not a smart controller, it should be reprogrammed as the weather changes.