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How to Grow and Care for Cape bugloss

Cape bugloss, also known as Cape forget-me-not

Cape bugloss is a vibrant wildflower native to South Africa, known for its striking deep blue to purple flowers. Its foliage is rough, with narrow leaves that support the tubular blossoms, each marked by a white center. Thriving in well-drained soil and full sun, cape bugloss adds a splash of color to rockeries and borders while adapting well to dry conditions.

Watering schedule: Every week

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

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Planting and Growing Cape bugloss

Toughness	High
Care Level	Medium
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every week
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Hardiness Zones	9-11

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Cape bugloss is a biennial plant distinguished by its lance-shaped leaves and rough-textured foliage. It produces vibrant flowers with five petals, usually in shades of blue or purple, featuring prominent central white eyes. The flowers are typically arranged in scorpioid cymes, a curled pattern resembling a scorpion's tail. It has a moderate stature, reaching up to 18 inches (45 cm) in height. Stems are erect and hairy, contributing to its overall coarse feel. This plant blooms throughout the summer months.

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