Linaria purpurea is a member of the Plantaginaceae family. This perennial exhibits a bushy growth habit and is characterised by its deciduous foliage. It has a hardiness rating of hardy (very cold winter [-20 to -15ºc]) and is hardy throughout the UK and northern Europe, with many plants grown in containers becoming damaged unless given protection.
When fully mature, Linaria purpurea can reach an ultimate height of 0.5–1 m and a spread of 0.1–0.5 m. For optimal growth, it prefers a south–facing aspect and an exposed or sheltered position. It thrives best in sand soil.
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