Add delicate charm and soft color to your garden with Flax Flower, an heirloom flowering plant cherished for its vibrant, dainty blooms and ease of cultivation. These seeds grow into hardy, low-maintenance plants ideal for garden beds, borders, and containers. Perfect for gardeners seeking ornamental flowers that enhance garden aesthetics and attract beneficial insects.
Features & Specifications:
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Plant Type: Flax Flower (Heirloom Flower)
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Seed Type: Non-GMO, high germination
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Growth Habit: Upright annual
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Height: 30–60 cm (mature plant)
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Flower Color: Sky blue blooms with yellow centers
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Blooming Season: Late spring through summer
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Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
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Soil Type: Well-draining, moderately fertile soil
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Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
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Maintenance: Low; minimal pruning required
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Pollinator Friendly: Attracts bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects
Planting & Sowing Instructions:
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Seed Preparation: Optional soaking in lukewarm water for 4–6 hours to improve germination.
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Sowing Depth: Sow seeds 0.3–0.5 cm deep in seed-starting mix or garden soil.
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Temperature: Maintain 18–22°C for optimal germination.
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Watering: Keep soil lightly moist until seedlings emerge.
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Germination Time: 7–14 days.
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Transplanting: Once seedlings have 2–3 true leaves, transplant into garden beds, borders, or containers spaced 20–30 cm apart.
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Care: Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming; minimal maintenance required.