Bring vibrant, textured color to your garden with Blue Cockscomb, a striking perennial known for its unique crested blooms and resilience in dry conditions. This ornamental plant is perfect for borders, garden beds, containers, and floral arrangements, providing a long-lasting display of eye-catching blue flowers. These heirloom, GMO-free seeds are carefully selected for high germination, making them ideal for gardeners seeking low-maintenance, drought-tolerant plants with ornamental appeal.
Features & Specifications
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Seed Type: Heirloom, GMO-free
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Flower Color: Deep blue
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Plant Type: Perennial flowering plant
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Growth Habit: Upright, bushy, and clumping
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Blooming Season: Summer to fall
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Suitable For: Garden beds, borders, containers, and cut flower arrangements
Planting & Sowing Instructions
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Seed Preparation: Soak seeds in lukewarm water for 12–24 hours to enhance germination.
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Soil Requirement: Use well-draining, fertile soil enriched with organic matter.
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Sowing Depth: Sow seeds lightly on the soil surface or 1/8 inch deep and cover lightly.
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Watering: Keep soil consistently moist until seedlings emerge, then water moderately.
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Light & Temperature: Provide full sun. Ideal temperature: 70–85°F (21–29°C).
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Germination Time: Seeds typically sprout within 7–14 days.
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Transplanting: Once seedlings develop 2–3 true leaves, transplant into garden beds, borders, or containers with proper spacing.
