Honeywort Pride of Gibraltar
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Cerinthe major atropurpurea

Honeywort Pride of Gibraltar

R60.00

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Honeywort is arguably one of the most uniquely colored flowers. A combination of brilliant-blue, purple and silver, these elegant flowers on arching stems make them a great bouquet filler. Bees love them.

 

25 seeds per packet.

44 in stock

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    Flower type:Filler
    Life cycle:Hardy Annual
    Climate:Prefers cool to moderate temperatures and can withstand some frost.
    Sowing guide:Direct sow in March to May / September or sow in trays (recommended) and transplant after 4-6 weeks
    Germination guide:5-21 days @ 18-29 C. Cover seed with thin layer of vermiculite.
    Flowering time:September - October (if sown in March to May) or 70 days after sowing in September
    Pinch:Not necessary
    Position:Full Sun
    Final height:50-75 cm
    Spacing:30 cm

    Harvesting Tips:

    Harvest as soon as the bracts have turned blue and the flowers purple. Later harvesting will result in flowers dropping. Harvest during the cool part of the day. Treat stems by searing them for a couple of seconds (flame or hot water) and place in water. Allow 2 hours of hydration, after which stems will be rigid and have an expected vase life of 7-10 days.

    Whether you are growing flowers or vegetables or both, growing your own plants from seed, is one of the most rewarding things for any gardener and you don’t even need a green thumb to do it. With our guidance, it couldn’t be easier!

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