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How to Grow and Care for Flannel flowers

Flannel flowers require well-draining soil and full sun exposure for optimal growth. A key aspect is maintaining low humidity levels, as flannel flowers are prone to fungal diseases in moist conditions. Additionally, they are sensitive to overwatering, making it essential to allow the soil to dry out between watering sessions. This plant may require advanced care techniques to thrive under controlled conditions.

Watering schedule: Every 2-3 weeks

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

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Planting and Growing Flannel flowers

Care Difficulty	Hard
Lifespan	Annual
Watering Schedule	Every 2-3 weeks
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Soil Type	Garden Soil
Soil pH	6.5-7.5
Hardiness Zones	8-10

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Types of Flannel flowers

Flannel flower

Flannel flower (Actinotus helianthi) is named after its soft, woolly texture. Flannel flower is often confused with several species of daisies but you can tell them apart by their texture, as daisies do not feature this 'flannel' feel.

Lesser flannel flower

Lesser flannel flower is a diminutive herbaceous flora, showcasing a constellation of star-shaped flowers, usually light in hue. It thrives best in its natural habitat of well-drained soil, where it forms low mounds with soft, deeply divided foliage that delicately frames its distinctive blooms. Adapted to survive in regions with variable precipitation, its structure is engineered to maximize water conservation.

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