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Today's bloom is Purple Pincushion (Escobaria vivipara)

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Bloom of the Day for July 19th, 2009:

Purple Pincushion
(Escobaria vivipara)

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Information:
Type of plant: Cactus and Succulents

Bloom color: Magenta (Pink-Purple), Fuchsia (Red-Purple)

Bloom time of year: Late Spring/Early Summer

Sun requirements: Full Sun, Sun to Partial Shade, Light Shade

Cold hardiness: Zone 4a to Zone 11

Height: under 6 in. (15 cm)

Spacing: 6-9 in. (15-22 cm)

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GardenGuyKin wrote:
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