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  • Answered by
    Heather on
    July 7, 2012
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    I think you are looking for Loropetalum, also called Chinese Fringe Flower.

    This article will help with their care:
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/loropetalum/loropetalum-shrubs.htm

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  • Answered by
    shelley on
    April 30, 2015
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    The plants may be pruned to keep them in a smaller size. And yes, pruning them back will encourage denser growth.

    For more information about chinese fringe plants, please visit the following link:
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/loropetalum/loropetalum-shrubs.htm

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    shelley on
    May 17, 2015
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    A Fringe tree (Chionanthus virginicus) can reach heights and spreads between 12-20 feet. Fringe trees actually require very little pruning since they naturally keep good form. Any pruning that is done should be done after the tree flowers or goes dormant. As for reducing the height - you will not be able to reduce the height by topping the tree as this is detrimental to the tree's health and vitality and will shorten its life span. More information on tree topping can be found in the following article:
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/tree-topping-information.htm

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    March 12, 2016
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    Check the watering levels. Though the Chinese Fringe are quite drought tolerable, they may not be established enough.
    Adding some hardwood mulch will help with moisture retention.
    Here is a link to refresh you on the care requirements.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/loropetalum/loropetalum-shrubs.htm

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    October 29, 2016
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    Loropetalum will not winter over in your growing zone.
    You can move the pots indoors and allow them to go dormant. Cut the plant back if it has any dead material. Choose a cool location and water only occasionally to keep the soil from drying out completely.
    Bring the plant back outdoors when the temperatures have warmed and there is no danger of frost.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/loropetalum/loropetalum-shrubs.htm

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  • Answered by
    MichiganDot on
    March 4, 2018
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    The Missouri Botanical Garden says Schizanthus pinnatus is hardy to zone 2. It flowers in spring and will do best if it gets protection from hot afternoon sun. Other sources list it, and S. wisetonensis as annuals. The later blooms in summer. Check with the seed company but I wouldn't count on it acting as a perennial. It may self-sow and come back that way.

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  • Answered by
    BushDoctor on
    March 25, 2018
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    These seeds will be, roughly, the size of pepper granules and similar in color. They can be hard to spot. The best way to harvest these will be to take a dried flower head, and open the base of it to reveal the tiny seeds.

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