Enhance your garden with the charming and compact Tolmiea flower. These heirloom seeds grow into low-maintenance plants with lush foliage and delicate blooms, perfect for borders, containers, and indoor gardens. Known for their easy-to-grow nature and ornamental appeal, Tolmiea adds a touch of greenery and elegance to any home garden.
Features & Specifications:
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Botanical Name: Tolmiea menziesii
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Type: Perennial flowering plant
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Bloom Colors: Light pink to soft purple
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Height: 15–30 cm (6–12 inches)
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Sun Requirements: Partial shade to full shade
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Soil Preference: Well-draining, fertile soil
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Seed Type: Heirloom, GMO-free
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Ideal For: Borders, containers, indoor gardens, and ornamental displays
Planting & Sowing Instructions:
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Sowing: Sow seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost or directly outdoors in spring. Lightly press seeds onto moist soil; do not cover heavily.
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Germination: Keep soil consistently moist. Seeds typically germinate in 2–3 weeks at 18–22°C (65–72°F).
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Transplanting: Once seedlings develop 2–3 true leaves and frost risk has passed, transplant into garden beds or containers.
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Spacing: Space plants 15–25 cm (6–10 inches) apart for optimal growth.
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Care: Water moderately, keeping soil moist but well-drained. Remove spent flowers to encourage continuous blooms.