Tennessee Smart Yards Native Plants
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Bluets, Quaker Ladies
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Bluets, Quaker LadiesHedyotis caerulea (Houstonia caerulea)Part shade, medium to moderately dry moisture level, sandy or thin rocky soil, moderately to slightly acid pH. 3-6 inches height, blooms in spring, pale blue flowers, self-seeds in favorable sites.Germination Code: C(120) Seed germinates in 1st year but no flowers until 2nd year.Native Region: StatewideLovely, delicate plant that is often found in striking patches of blue. Adapts to rock gardens. Attracts bees and butterflies.flower;sun/shade;medium;sand |