Add striking color to your garden borders with Maltese Cross flower seeds. These vibrant, star-shaped blooms are perfect for edging garden beds, cottage gardens, and container displays. These premium heirloom seeds are non-GMO and selected for reliable germination and healthy growth, making them ideal for gardeners seeking easy-to-grow, ornamental flowers.
Features:
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Bright, star-shaped flowers ideal for borders and edging
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Long flowering season for continuous garden color
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Heirloom seeds preserving classic plant traits
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Non-GMO, premium quality for consistent growth
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Suitable for garden beds, borders, and container planting
Specifications:
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Plant Type: Annual
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Flower Color: Red with yellow center (varies by variety)
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Growth Habit: Upright, bushy
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Ideal Zones: USDA Hardiness Zones 3–9
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Height: 12–18 inches (30–45 cm)
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Germination: 10–14 days under optimal conditions
Planting & Sowing Instructions:
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Sowing Indoors: Start seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost. Sow seeds on the surface of well-draining seed-starting soil; lightly press in without covering completely.
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Sowing Outdoors: Direct sow after frost risk has passed into a sunny location with well-drained soil.
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Temperature: Maintain 65–70°F (18–21°C) for optimal germination.
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Watering: Keep soil lightly moist until seedlings establish.
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Spacing: Space plants 6–8 inches (15–20 cm) apart for healthy growth and airflow.
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Sunlight: Full sun; Maltese Cross thrives in bright, sunny conditions.
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Care: Deadhead spent flowers to encourage prolonged blooming and maintain vibrant color.
