Kiwi Blue - Cerinthe Seed

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Kiwi Blue - Cerinthe Seed

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Description

Prolific bouquet filler.
The drooping habit of the flowers makes an elegant addition to bouquets. The brilliant-blue flowers are complemented by the gray-green foliage. Attracts bees and hummingbirds. Also known as honeywort. Ht. 28-32". Avg. 510 seeds/oz. Packet: 100 seeds.
DAYS TO GERMINATION:5-21 days at 65-85°F (18-29°C).

SOWING:Transplant (recommended): Sow 6 weeks before last frost directly into cell packs. Harden off and transplant outside after the last frost.

Direct seed:Sow seeds 1/4" deep after last frost.

GROWING ON:Grow at 65-75°F (18-29°C). Fertilize regularly.

LIGHT PREFERENCE:Sun.

SOIL REQUIREMENTS:Well-drained soil of moderate fertility.

PLANT SPACING:12-18".

HARDINESS ZONES:Annual.

HARVEST:Fresh: Harvest when bracts darken to blue and flowers are purple.

USES:Cut flowers, beds, and borders. Attracts bees and hummingbirds.

SCIENTIFIC NAME:Cerinthe major purpurascens

ALTERNATE NAMES:Honeywort