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Peter Nelson

ADS Classification 6009

Classification

6009Ball, Purple
Form
Ball
Color
Purple
Year Added to ADS
1976
Awards
Dudley MedalHart Medal
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Growing Info

  • Height: 2.5–3.5 ft
  • Bloom season: Midsummer to first frost
  • Hardiness zones: 8-11
  • Staking needed: Not typically
  • Pinching: Pinch the center shoot at 12" tall to encourage branching.

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