Cultivation

Bidens bedding

Bidens ferulifolia (Jacq.) DC.

Bidens ferulifolia is used in flower beds as a groundcover or edging plant, forming dense ornamental masses due to its high branching capacity.

In the reference 15 varieties crop Apache beggartick, where this is mentioned in the description.

In bedding, Bidens is valued for its resistance to drought, heat, and wind, which allows it to be used in open, sunny areas. The plant is capable of forming a dense spherical shape when two bushes are planted together and tolerates crowding well, while its lacy foliage retains a bright green color even at high summer temperatures.

To maintain the shape of the flower bed, regular trimming and pinching of the tips are required to stimulate bushiness. Bidens combines well with other sun-loving annuals, such as petunias and sage, and differs from many other crops in its increased resistance to common pests, including spider mites and whiteflies.

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Varieties of Apache beggartick mentioned in the description

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