Heirloom Carmencita flowers are bright, cheerful blooms perfect for creating vibrant wildflower gardens. This easy-to-grow heirloom variety adds color and charm to borders, garden beds, and containers. Its long-lasting flowers attract pollinators, making it a delightful addition to home gardens and promoting biodiversity.
Features:
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Heirloom Carmencita variety
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Produces bright, long-lasting blooms
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Ideal for borders, garden beds, and containers
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Part of a colorful wildflower mix
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Attracts pollinators and enhances garden aesthetics
Specifications:
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Plant Type: Annual flowering plant
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Height: 12–18 inches
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Bloom Time: Late 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 3–10
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Planting Season: Spring after last frost
Planting & Sowing Instructions:
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Indoor Sowing: Start seeds indoors 4–6 weeks before the last frost. Press seeds lightly into moist, well-draining soil. Germination typically occurs within 7–14 days.
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Transplanting: Move seedlings outdoors after frost risk has passed. Space plants 12–15 inches apart.
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Direct Sowing: Sow seeds directly into prepared garden soil after the last frost. Cover lightly and water gently.
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Care Tips: Maintain consistent soil moisture without overwatering. Remove spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming. Mulch around plants to retain moisture and regulate soil temperature.
