Explanation of a specific number code system Hansen/Mussel
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The requested combination is : 5.4.2.4
Meaning of the first digit: General growing place :
5 : ALPINE GARDEN. Plant-lovers plants, they are difficult and demanding concerning treatment, place to put and soil. For the experienced gardener.
Meaning of the second digit: Specific demands of the plant :
4 : Plants for a shaded place, keep dry in the winter.
Meaning of the third digit: Advice on where to put the plant :
2 : Chalk hating plant. A moist soil wanted.
Meaning of the fourth digit: Other special characteristics :
4 : Does not sucker much, combines well with other plants.
Please note: this code is meant to give recommendations and to give some idea how to use each plant. It is not meant to be a set of strict rules!