call 0044 1473 695225
Customer notice: We have sites dedicated to the UK, US and Canada. If your order is for delivery to one of these countries, please visit one of these sites:
U.K. (£)  USA flag US & Canada ($)
Silene occulata cardinalis Ruby Flax
  • 1 packet (500 seeds)
  • Despatch: Within 14 Days
  • Price: (£1.49) £0.69
  1. gww7058 : 02407058

Silene occulata cardinalis Ruby Flax

Hardy Annual

  • Flowers in : Summer
  • Ideal for : Bedding, Borders, Cottage Gardens
  • Height : 12 inches

Description

Breath-taking effects can be achieved when planted en-masse, Ruby Flax boasts neatly stout plants, with dozens of scarlet blooms throughout summer. Ideal for the cottage garden, where it can be effectively planted in drifts.

Sowing Instructions

Sow in spring outdoors where they are to flower. Prepare the ground well and rake to a fine tilth before sowing. Sow 3mm (1/8in) deep in rows 30cm (12in) apart. Germination usually takes approximately 19 days.

Growing Instructions

When large enough to handle thin out to 15cm (6in) apart.

Aftercare

They prefer a sunny open site and light reasonably rich soil but will grow in most sites and soils.