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Scientific
Name:
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Billbergia nutans
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Common Name:
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Queen's Tears
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Deciduous vs. Evergreen
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evergreen
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Perennial vs. Annual
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perennial
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Shade
vs. Sun
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shade to partial sun
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Height
x Width
& How Stands
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1'-2' X 1'-2'
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Flower
Color
& Bloom Time
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tubular
reflexed blooms with bright pink bracts and yellow/green/blue
flowers; spring blooms |
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Zone
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hardy to 20-25°
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Description,
Notes
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a drought resistant
bromeliad for dry shade gardens / under oaks; can be grown
indoors with bright light; attracts hummingbirds
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Photos are property of Crescent Hill Nursery
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Descriptions are based on our experience growing
these plants in both the garden and nursery setting.
Additional information and feedback is encouraged.
All plants are classified under USDA
hardiness zones.
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