Godetia Azaleaflora Mixed Color - Flower Seeds
Specifications
| Family |
Onagraceae |
| Native region |
Western North America |
| Mature height |
30-60 cm |
| Growth rate |
Fast |
Care guide
| Sunlight |
Full sun to light shade |
| Watering |
Moderate; keep lightly moist, avoid waterlogging |
| Soil / mix |
Light, well-drained soil of low to moderate fertility |
| Fertilizer |
Light feed only; rich soil reduces flowering |
| Difficulty |
Easy |
Uses
<p>Grown as an ornamental for borders, edging and container displays, and useful as a cut flower for small posies. The satiny blooms make bright cool-season terrace and balcony displays.</p>
Growing tips
<p>Godetia resents transplanting, so direct-sow seeds about 3 mm deep where they are to grow, or sow into peat pots. Keep at 15-20°C; germination takes <strong>7-14 days</strong>. Thin or space seedlings 20-25 cm apart. Avoid over-rich soil and heavy feeding, which produce leaves at the expense of flowers. Plants bloom in roughly <strong>70-90 days</strong> from sowing.</p>