Collinsia Grandiflora: Blue Eyed Mary and Large-flowered Collinsia

Written by Staff on December 2, 2008 – 6:07 am -

You might feel that the name Collinsia grandiflora is somewhat misleading. Grandiflora means “with large flowers” - and that for a species with flowers l/2 in wide, on stems which are only 12 in high! It is therefore a very tenuous little plant that comes into its own when grown in large drifts in a natural-looking garden. It is also a suitable container plant for anyone with a liking for sophistication.

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