About
This free-flowering annual, reaching 15-45cm, with a compact form with bright leaves. It bears masses of blooms. 'Purpurea' is valued in garden settings.
About the genus
Linaria can be annuals, biennials or herbaceous perennials, with simple leaves and terminal racemes of 2-lipped flowers with conspicuous spurs
Plant details
Suggested usesBedding, containers, hanging baskets
Care notes
CultivationFertile, moist soil in full sun
PruningDeadhead regularly
PropagationSow seed in spring
Pest resistanceAphids and slugs
Disease resistanceGrey mould in wet conditions