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Hairy Canary Flower

Dorycnium Hirsutum

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Overview

The Hairy Canary Flower, Dorycnium hirsutum, is a distinct evergreen perennial, valued for its charming foliage and delicate blossoms. It typically reaches 18-24 inches in height with an equal spread. This plant features petite, silvery-gray leaves and dense, woolly stems, giving it a hirsute appearance. In summer, it offers a profusion of small, pinkish-white flowers that attract pollinators. It thrives in well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, Very LowZones 8–10
Hairy Canary Flower (Dorycnium Hirsutum) — valued for its charming foliage and delicate blossoms

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Extra in Summer, Very Low
USDA zones
8–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Asteraceae

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Hairy Canary Flower (Dorycnium Hirsutum) — ground cover / shrub for full
Hairy Canary Flower (Dorycnium Hirsutum) — It typically reaches 18-24 inches in height with an equal spread; its hardiness zones range from 8 to
Hairy Canary Flower (Dorycnium Hirsutum) — valued for its charming foliage and delicate blossoms; each about 1/4 inch in diameter
Hairy Canary Flower (Dorycnium Hirsutum) — This plant features petite, silvery-gray leaves and dense, woolly stems, giving it a hirsute appearance; is a
Hairy Canary Flower (Dorycnium Hirsutum) — In summer, it offers a profusion of small, pinkish-white flowers that attract pollinators; offers a splendid and
Hairy Canary Flower (Dorycnium Hirsutum) — scientifically known as Dorycnium hirsutum; pink flowers in the garden
Hairy Canary Flower (Dorycnium Hirsutum) — It thrives in well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade; dorycnium hirsutum is adaptable to a range of soil
Hairy Canary Flower (Dorycnium Hirsutum) — Each flower cluster is a subtle arrangement of tiny blooms; consider its drought tolerance
Hairy Canary Flower (Dorycnium Hirsutum) — offers a splendid and textured addition to any landscape design; in summer, it offers a profusion of small
Hairy Canary Flower (Dorycnium Hirsutum) — This hardy perennial is well-loved for its fine; frothy appearance.<br><br>Characterized by its mounding habit
Hairy Canary Flower (Dorycnium Hirsutum) — frothy appearance.<br><br>Characterized by its mounding habit; this hardy perennial is well-loved for its fine
Hairy Canary Flower (Dorycnium Hirsutum) — each about 1/4 inch in diameter; valued for its charming foliage and delicate blossoms
Hairy Canary Flower (Dorycnium Hirsutum) — making it a superb choice for ground cover; though it thrives best in well-drained
Hairy Canary Flower (Dorycnium Hirsutum) — or as part of a mixed border for textural contrast; ground cover / shrub with pink blooms
Hairy Canary Flower (Dorycnium Hirsutum) — Dorycnium hirsutum is adaptable to a range of soil types; it thrives in well-drained soils and full sun to partial
Hairy Canary Flower (Dorycnium Hirsutum) — Once established, it is notably drought-tolerant, demanding minimal maintenance; and ability to attract butterflies
Hairy Canary Flower (Dorycnium Hirsutum) — though it thrives best in well-drained; making it a superb choice for ground cover
Hairy Canary Flower (Dorycnium Hirsutum) — Its hardiness zones range from 8 to 10.<br><br>When introducing the Hairy Canary Flower to your landscape; it

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