Mukdenia 'Fusion of Fire' PP36243

Common Name: Oredenia

A intergeneric combination of Mukdenia and Oresitrophe, 'Fusion of Fire' takes the best of both plants for a one of a kind new perennial. The Mukdenia background lends notched leaves and brilliant red fall color. Oresitrophe provides massive leaves at more than 12" wide and sprays of blushing pink flowers in spring.

'Fusion of Fire' will be more floriferous than your average Mukdenia, with increased vigor from the hybrid background. Use this durable in an area of your garden with moderate to consistent moisture. The plant will be most vigorous in an area with filtered sun or afternoon shade.

From Johan Nilson of the Gothenburg Botanical Garden.

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Product Profile

20ct Plug Tray

Height:

12.0-14.0 Inches

Spread:

18.0-24.0 Inches

Hardiness Zones:

5,6,7,8

Flower Color:

Pink shades

Foliage Color:

Green shades

Sunlight:

Part Shade (4-6 hrs. Direct Sun) Full Shade (< 4 hrs. Direct Sun)

Water Requirements:

Average Water Needs Consistent Water Needs

Soil Quality:

Average Soil Quality

Soil Chemistry:

Neutral Soil (pH = 7.0) Alkaline Soil (pH > 7.0)

Bloomtime:

Early Spring Mid Spring

Seasonal Interest:

Fall Color

Growth Rate:

Slow

Garden Style:

Patio Container Eclectic Woodland Shade

Other Features:

Border Plant Container Edging Attractive Foliage Specimen

Origin:

Not Native to North America

Plant it in humus rich, evenly moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Clumps can be divided about every 4 years or so.

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20ct

Container:

Trade 1 Gallon Container

When to Plant:

Late winter to spring

Finish:

7-9 weeks

Growing Temperature:

60-65° F

Holding Temperature:

50-60° F

Soil PH:

5.8-6.2

EC (What is EC?):

2.0-3.0 pour through method

Fertility:

Light to moderate feed rates of 75 - 125 ppm N should be applied at each watering.

Vernalization:

Provide 8-10 weeks of temperatures below 45° for best flower performance in the spring.

Pests & Diseases:

Very few pest and disease issues.

Potting & Timing:

Plant in late winter to spring.

Moisture:

Consistent moisture

Planting Level:

Top of plug should be level with the soil line.

Lighting:

Day length neutral.
Provide moderate shade during the summer months.

Grower Tips:

Cool fall weather enhances the deep red foliage color.

Awards

Mississippi State University - Ornamental Trial Top Performer -- 2023

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