Orlaya grandiflora

Orlaya White Laceflower

R60.00

Orlaya’s flowers are reminiscent of Queen Anne’s Lace, but it is a different plant altogether. They are arguably one of the most delicate fillers in spring and early summer bouquets. Very productive with continued harvesting. Flowers fade to produce interesting green seed heads that eventually turn brown.

 

50 seeds per packet

2 in stock

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    Flower type:Air
    Life cycle:Hardy Annual
    Climate:Prefers a cool growing season and flowers all spring and well into early summer.
    Sowing guide:Sow in trays (recommended) in March to May / August-September and transplant after 4-6 weeks. Ensure very well-drained soil.
    Planting Season:Autumn / Spring
    Germination guide:Refrigerate seeds for 1-2 week prior to sowing. Seeds germinate in 12-16 days from sowing @ 16-18 C. Cover lightly with thin layer of vermiculite/soil.
    Flowering time:October-December (if sown in March to May) or 70 days after sowing after August.
    Pinch:Not necessary
    Position:Full Sun
    Final height:40-70cm (autumn sowing will produce taller stems than spring sowing)
    Spacing:23 cm

    Growing Tips:

    Ensure well-drained soil, especially if planting in Autumn. Easy grower.


    Harvesting Tips:

    Harvest when half to all the individual flower on the umbel are open - earlier harvesting will cause the top of the spike to wilt. Harvest stems regularly for continued flowers. Expected flower vase life is 7 days.

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