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How to Grow and Care for Marsh cinquefoils

Marsh cinquefoils thrives in moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate partial to full sunlight. Key special care points include maintaining consistently damp soil, as marsh cinquefoils prefers wet conditions, and ensuring the plant is protected from extreme drought. It is important to note that marsh cinquefoils can spread aggressively, so strategic placement and occasional pruning are necessary to manage its growth.

Watering schedule: Every 1-2 weeks

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

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Planting and Growing Marsh cinquefoils

Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every 1-2 weeks
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Soil Type	Garden Soil
Soil pH	5.5-6.5
Hardiness Zones	3

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Types of Marsh cinquefoils

Purple marshlocks

The Comarum palustre is a rambling plant usually found next to water. It thrives when its roots are soaking wet. The flowers can be used to dye textiles, leather, and skin to an off-red color, but it is rare to stumble upon purple marshlocks in the wild. However, it's best left alone anyway as it is threatened and may soon land on the endangered species list.

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