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Dictamnus albus 'Purpureus' (Burning Bush, Dictamnus
fraxinella, Pink Gas Plant, Dittany coming soon...
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Dictamnus albus 'Purpureus'
(Burning Bush, Pink Gas Plant, Dittany) |
Origin: Southern and Central Asia, Southwestern Europe
Family: Rutaceae
Light: Full sun-part shade
Height: 2-3'
Spread: 2'-3'
Blooms: Abundant, 1" diameter pink, red or white 5-petaled flowers
with petal veins on erect spikes, late Spring
Foliage:
Light to dark green, alternate, odd-pinnate,
Seeds: Citrus-scented, star-shaped seedpods
Soil: Well-drained with lime added, keep moist
Water: Regular, drought tolerant when established
Uses: Accent, borders, bedding
Propagation: Seeds (Sow directly ASAP in Fall)
Caution:
Oil from plant can cause skin irritation, blisters or burns so wash skin
immediately upon contact.
Comments:
Dictamnus albus 'Purpureus' or Burning Bush or Dictamnus fraxinella or
Pink Gas Plant or Dittany is an attractive low-maintenance
perennial herbal plant. It produces beautiful floriferous blooms
that last for weeks. Burning Bush is long-lived and does not like
to be disturbed so select a permanent location for planting. For
centuries, Dictamnus fraxinella have been a popular herb with the
Chinese who used the dried leaves as a herb to brew lemon-scented tea.
Pink Gas Plant attracts birds, bees and butterflies and it spreads
slowly. Be cautious about getitng too close to the plant as it can
cause skin burns and the gas from the plant will burn when ignited.
Dictamnus albus 'Purpureus' makes a lovely accent plant fort the
patio or an excellent plant for the border or perennial bed.
USDA Hardiness Zones : 3-9 |
