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How to Grow and Care for Meadow beauty

Meadow beauty, also known as west indian meadowbeauty, pale meadowbeauty, maid marian, white meadowbeauty

Meadow beauty thrives in moist, acidic soil and requires consistent watering to mimic its natural habitat. Partial to full sunlight is preferred for optimal growth. A special care point is ensuring good drainage to prevent waterlogging, which can harm the roots. Additionally, regular monitoring for pests is important to maintain plant health. Overall, meadow beauty needs a bit of extra attention but can flourish with proper care.

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Watering schedule: Every week

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Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

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Planting and Growing Meadow beauty

Care DifficultyModerate
LifespanPerennial
Watering ScheduleEvery week
Sunlight RequirementsFull sun
Soil pH5-6.5
Hardiness Zones
6-9
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Types of Meadow beauty
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Pale Meadow Beauty

Pale Meadow Beauty (Rhexia mariana) is a perennial flowering herb native to the eastern and midwestern United States. Pale Meadow Beauty is used in landscaping and is often planted along roadsides.

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Handsome harrry

Handsome harrry (Rhexia virginica) is a perennial showy wildflower that is native to eastern North America. The plant blooms purple-pink flowers in the summer. Handsome harrry is pollinated by bumblebees, as honey bees cannot detach its pollen.

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Yellow meadow-beauty

Yellow meadow-beauty is a herbaceous perennial sporting bright yellow flowers that contrast sharply with its narrow, lanceolate leaves. Typically found in wet meadows and marshy areas, yellow meadow-beauty's vivid blooms emerge during the warm summer months, attracting a variety of pollinators. This wildflower relies on its damp environment for nourishment and often contributes to the colorful tapestry of its native wetland habitats.

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Savannah meadowbeauty

Savannah meadowbeauty typically flourishes in moist, acidic soils, often found in open pine barrens. Its vibrant magenta flowers, with four distinct petals, turn earthward after pollination, hinting at its seed's promise of renewal. The stalk, rising amidst lance-shaped leaves, provides a sturdy base for the bloom, which is an attractive beacon for butterflies and hummingbirds. In full sun, savannah meadowbeauty's striking colors and robust stature are a testament to its resilience in a competitive habitat.

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Maid marian

Maid marian's pink and purplish-pink flower has a long bloom time, appearing from late spring to late fall. Its blooms grow in a saucer shape, with each outer petal meeting to create a rim that is perfectly rounded. It has a distinctly clove and fruity aroma that appears when the flowers mature.

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