Bean Hestia is a charming heirloom flower variety ideal for cottage-style gardens. Its vibrant blooms create a colorful display, enhancing garden beds, borders, and container plantings. This easy-to-grow variety is perfect for home gardeners seeking a low-maintenance yet striking addition to their garden landscape.
Features:
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Bean Hestia variety
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Produces bright, colorful blooms
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Easy-to-grow and low-maintenance
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Perfect for cottage gardens, borders, and containers
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Adds charm and visual interest to home gardens
Specifications:
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Plant Type: Annual flowering plant
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Height: 12–24 inches
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Bloom Time: Spring to summer
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Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
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Soil Preference: Well-draining garden soil
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Zones: USDA hardiness zones 9–11 (or indoor cultivation in cooler climates)
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Planting Season: Spring
Planting & Sowing Instructions:
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Indoor Sowing: Sow seeds in small pots with well-draining soil. Lightly press seeds into the soil and maintain moderate moisture. Germination occurs in 7–14 days.
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Transplanting: Once seedlings develop 2–3 true leaves, transplant outdoors after frost risk has passed. Space plants 6–12 inches apart.
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Direct Sowing: Sow seeds directly into prepared garden soil in spring. Cover lightly and water gently.
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Care Tips: Keep soil evenly moist but avoid overwatering. Remove spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering. Mulching helps retain moisture and regulate soil temperature.