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El Camino Real Chapter of the Texas Master Naturalist Program
The Nature of Milam County Project
Bloom – In late summer to fall, April to July,
every other year, ever blooming, spring only, in
spring and fall only.
Wildflower Name
Family – Juglandaceae illinoinensis
Colors – White, yellow, red, blue/purple.
Genus/Species –
Form – Upright, ground cover.
Polination Source – Bee, hummingbird, fly,
airborne.
Additional Description – List anything
missing from this form on this plant.
Include additional picture – of the seed , leaves..
Photo by Debbi Harris
Photo by Debbi Harrris
Common Names
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Pronunciation –
Plant Type – Annual, Perennial, Biennial,
Annual/Perennial, Succulent
Height – 9-12”, 3-6’ tall.
Width – 9-12”, 3’ spread tall.
Soil Type – Alkaline, acidic, sandy, loam, clay,
black, moist, dry, rocky.
Light – Shade, part shade, full sun.
Dormant – in winter, in summer.
Moisture – low, moist, dry, semi-arid.
Growth – Fast growing, slow.
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Leaves/Petal – Describe leaves and petals: are
alternate and pinnate with 9–17 leaflets, course.
They are finely serrated and often curves….The
leaves & petals are a perfect 2nd picture to
include as a close up.
Maintenance – remove spent blossoms,
deadhead, prune to the 6th leave, cut back in
spring/fall, trim back 1/3 of plant.
Propagation – List when to propagate and
how: keep seeds in the head of the flower until
completely dried out, then shake off and store in
a paper bag. Plant in fall… layering, , cuttings,
root division, spores. . .
Wildlife value – Attracts birds, butterflies,
pollinators, hummingbirds, deer…
Diseases – List.. Black rot, mildew, none
serious…
Pests – List: Aphids, ants, very few deer
resistant….
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El Camino Real Chapter of the Texas Master Naturalist Program
The Nature of Milam County Project
Additional Information – List anything you
find useful to know that is not listed elsewhere.
Legends & Folklore – Any know information
listed here….
Photo by Debbi Harris
Sample of Resource (Bibliography) Section: Each page must note where you received your resource
information to create your page. Please list all books and/or websites you have used.
Here are some examples:
Wildflower Resource Section
Books:
Resource Title
Author(s)
ISBN
Native Texas Plants
S. Wasowski / A. Wasowski
089123-077-7
Websites:
http://www.hornedlizards.org
Wikipedia
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