Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Orobanchaceae

Genus:

Agalinis

Species:

Agalinis heterophylla

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Annual

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

3-4 ft

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

jun, jul, aug, sep, oct

Bloom Colors:

Pink, Purple

Native Range

United States: Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Kansas, Louisiana, Missouri, Mississippi, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Texas

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

prefers open, sunny habitats