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Position

Sun Exposure:
Full sun
Aspect:
South facing, west facing
Position in Border:
Front

Soil

Well Drained / Light / Sandy

Native to Chile, Francoa sonchifolia bears attractive spikes of open, two-toned pink flowers, above a rosette of mid-green leaves. It’s gained so much popularity with florists that it’s earned the common name ‘bridal wreath’. Its long stems make it perfect for flower arranging, and last well in the vase.

Francoa sonchifolia 'Petite Bouquet' is a dwarf form of the species, with pink-purple flowers, each petal with a darker central blotch. Grow in well-drained, fertile soil in a sheltered, sunny spot such as in front of a south-facing wall, or a container on a sunny patio. Not fully hardy, it may need winter protection.

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Francoa ‘Petite bouquet’ and wildlife

Francoa ‘Petite bouquet’ has no particular known value to wildlife in the UK.

Is Francoa ‘Petite bouquet’ poisonous?

Francoa ‘Petite bouquet’ has no toxic effects reported.

No reported toxicity to:
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Cats
Cats
Is not known to attract Dogs
Dogs
Is not known to attract Horses
Horses
Is not known to attract Livestock
Livestock
Is not known to attract People
People
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