Kochia Plant, Burning Bush - Foliage Plant Seeds
Specifications
| Family |
Amaranthaceae |
| Native region |
Eurasia |
| Mature height |
60-120 cm |
| Growth rate |
Fast |
Care guide
| Sunlight |
Full sun |
| Watering |
Moderate; tolerates dry spells once established |
| Soil / mix |
Well-drained ordinary garden soil |
| Fertilizer |
Light feeding; thrives without rich soil |
| Difficulty |
Easy |
Uses
<p>Grown purely as an ornamental for its sculptural green-to-red foliage, used in beds, borders, low hedging and large container displays; the dried bushy stems are also used decoratively.</p>
Growing tips
<p>Surface sow the tiny seeds and press lightly into the soil as they <strong>need light to germinate</strong> - do not bury deep. Germination takes 7-15 days in warm conditions. Thin or transplant seedlings to 40-50 cm apart so each plant can form its rounded shape. Foliage matures within 8-10 weeks and develops its red autumn colour as nights turn cool.</p>