Zones vary by species.
Full
Ample, Moderate, Minimal
Anagallis
Pimpernel
Primulaceae
Annuals, Perennials, Flowers
Two colorful species are seen in the West, one an annual weed and the other an attractive perennial. Newer hybrids are becoming popular.
Anagallis arvensis, photo courtesy of Doreen L. Wynja
This low-growing, weedy plant from Europe has bright green leaves and 1/2-in., brick red flowers. Has naturalized in California. A. a. caerulea has deepblue, larger flowers; it tolerates most soils and heat, thrives in dry gardens, and grows well in containers.
You Might Also Like...
Pellaea rotundifolia
From Australia, New Zealand. Grows 1 to 2 ft. high, 2 ft. wide. Spreading stalks hold small, evenly sp...
Amelanchier
Graceful, airy plants grow about twice as high as wide. Bloom in early spring, just before or during l...
Ulmus
Once highly prized shade trees, elms have fallen on hard times. Dutch elm disease (spread by a bark be...
Find Your Sunset Climate Zone
Advertisement
