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Seed no. 316K
Cerinthe major var. purpurascens
Honeywort
£2.75
In stock · approx. 22 seeds per packet
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Year at a glance
Sow
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Flowers
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Germination
Sow indoors. Sow 5mm deep into individual pots of compost. Water well and place in a warm position, windowsill ideal at 15-20°C. Keep moist. Germination takes 14-28 days. Grow on in cooler condition. Acclimatise and plant out after danger of frost has passed. Can be sown directly in spring.
Growing
Likes a soil with plenty or organic matter dug in. Water regularly until established.
Cultivation
Cut and come again variety. Cut flowers regularly to encourage growth and to prolong flowering window. Deadhead if you do not want it to self-seed.
| Genus | Cerinthe |
|---|---|
| Species | major var. purpurascens |
| Family | Boraginaceae |
| Common name | Honeywort |
| Seed number | 316K |
| Life cycle | Annual |
| Colour | Blue |
| Position | Full sun, Partial shade, Sheltered |
| Soil type | Chalky, Sandy, Loam |
| Soil acidity | Alkaline, Neutral, Acid |
| Height | 1.8m |
| Sow | Feb, Mar |
| Flowers | Mar, Apr, May |
| Seeds per packet | 22 |
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