Flower Identification - Knowledgebase Question

Chandler, AZ
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Question by jchasse7
November 20, 1997
I am trying to find out what flower is also known as the Old Maid Flower.


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Answer from NGA
November 20, 1997
According to Hortus III, Old Maid flower is a common name for Catharanthus roseus. It's also known as Madagascar periwinkle, needs full sun to partial shade, has glossy leaves and flowers all summer. It will also grow well in your zone.

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