Add striking color and unique charm to your garden with Sturt's Desert Pea, Australia’s iconic wildflower known for its vivid red flowers with dark central markings. Ideal for borders, rockeries, and cottage gardens, this hardy perennial thrives in well-draining soil and sunny locations. These heirloom, GMO-free seeds are carefully selected for high germination, providing gardeners with a vibrant and low-maintenance addition to any landscape.
Features & Specifications
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Seed Type: Heirloom, GMO-free
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Flower Color: Bright red with distinctive dark centers
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Foliage: Fern-like green leaves
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Plant Type: Hardy perennial wildflower
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Growth Habit: Low-growing, spreading, and compact
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Blooming Season: Late spring to summer
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Suitable For: Garden borders, rockeries, cottage gardens, and pollinator-friendly landscapes
Planting & Sowing Instructions
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Seed Preparation: Scarify seeds by gently nicking or sanding the seed coat, then soak in lukewarm water for 12–24 hours to improve germination.
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Soil Requirement: Use well-draining, sandy or loamy soil enriched with compost.
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Sowing Depth: Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep and cover lightly with soil.
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Watering: Keep soil lightly 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 2–4 weeks after scarification.
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Transplanting: Once seedlings develop 2–3 true leaves, transplant into garden beds or borders with proper spacing.
