Wallflower
Erysimum spp.
Full Sun
Moderate watering
Frost Hardy
9a
USDA zone
-7°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
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Flowering
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spring
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summer
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autumn
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winter
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Wallflower Overview
Also known commonly as Wallflower, the genus Erysimum contains over 260 annual, biennial and semi-evergreen or evergreen perennials and subshrubs. All are typically grown for their attractive flowers and perennials in this genus are generally short-lived and treated as biennial plants in cultivation. Flowers tend to be scented, with 4 petals, produced profusely and come in a wide range of warm colours including pink, red, orange, yellow, purple and multiple bicoloured varieties. Species from this genus have been used to produce numerous cultivars.
Common problems with Wallflower
How to propagate Wallflower
Seed
You can propagate the seeds in the spring or autumn.
Cuttings
Softwood cuttings in the summer.
Special features of Wallflower
Attractive flowers
Other uses of Wallflower
Grown for their flowers. Suitable for borders, banks and rock gardens.
Spring Flowering Perennials for Pollinators
These spring flowering perennials are perfect for attracting pollinating insects.
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