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Helichrysum: monstrosum Bright Bikini Mixed seeds
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Helichrysum: monstrosum Bright Bikini Mixed seeds
Half-hardy Annual
- Position: Full sun
- Soil: Well drained
- Height: 15 inches
- Germination: Easy
- Aftercare: Easy
- Ideal for: Bedding, Border, Cut Flower, Dried Flower
Description
Sun loving, easily grown, ideal everlasting in 8 bright colors. Dwarf yet prolific and ideal for limited space.
Sowing Instructions
| Sowing time: | Indoors, 6-8 weeks before last frost |
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Sow at 24C (75F) in a good seed sowing mix. Sow seed on surface of sowing mix and gently firm down. Do not exclude light, sealing in a plastic bag after sowing is helpful. Germination usually takes 7-15 days.
Growing Instructions
When seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant and grow on in cooler conditions. Gradually acclimatize to outdoor conditions for 10-15 days before planting out after all risk of frost 30cm (12in) apart in sun and ordinary well drained soil.
Aftercare Instructions
Pick when foliage is quite dry and the flowers are well open, tie in small bunches and hang upside down in a dry, well ventilated place until dry.