Grow the beauty of the Mediterranean in your own garden with Capparis spinosa, a hardy heirloom perennial admired for its showy white-to-pink blossoms with long purple stamens. Known for its resilience and ornamental appeal, this wildflower mix thrives in sunny, well-drained locations and brings a natural charm to home gardens, rockeries, and borders.
Features & Specifications:
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Plant Type: Perennial flowering plant
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Seed Type: Heirloom, Non-GMO, High-Quality Seeds
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Growth Habit: Low, spreading habit with attractive blooms
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Height/Spread: Grows 12–36 inches tall, spreading wider in warm climates
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Blooming Season: Summer to early autumn
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Uses: Wildflower gardens, borders, rock gardens, ornamental landscaping
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Suitable For: Sunny outdoor gardens, dry or rocky soils, containers
Planting & Sowing Instructions:
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Soil Preparation: Prefers sandy, well-draining soil with low to moderate fertility.
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Seed Treatment: Cold stratification may improve germination—store seeds in moist medium in the refrigerator for 4–6 weeks before sowing.
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Sowing Depth: Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep in prepared soil or seed trays.
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Watering: Water lightly; do not overwater, as the plant thrives in dry conditions.
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Sunlight: Requires full sun for best flowering.
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Temperature: Germinates well at 18–25°C (65–77°F).
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Germination Time: 21–30 days, sometimes longer with untreated seeds.
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Transplanting: Move seedlings outdoors after frost when 3–4 inches tall.
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Care Tips: Once established, drought-tolerant and low-maintenance; prune lightly to shape.
