Salpiglossis is a striking half hardy annual producing velvety trumpet-shaped flowers intricately marbled and veined in glowing shades of crimson, purple, bronze, yellow and cream. Long flowering and highly ornamental, it adds dramatic colour and texture to borders, containers and cutting gardens throughout summer.
When to Sow: Jan-Apr
HOW TO SOW: Sow seeds onto moist well-drained compost and lightly press into the surface without excluding light. Propagate at 18-21°C and maintain light moisture during germination. Transplant seedlings carefully once large enough to handle and plant out after the danger of frost has passed.
Classification: Half Hardy Annual
Expert Level: Some experience required
Germination Time: 10-21 days
Flowering Time : Jun-Oct
Site: Full Sun
Soil Type: Chalk, Sand, Loam
Soil Acidity: Neutral
Moisture:Well-drained
Care: Protect young plants from cold conditions and deadhead regularly to prolong flowering.
Use: Borders, containers, cut flowers
Harvest: Cut stems once several flowers are open for best vase life.
Days to Maturity:120-150 days
Vase Life: 5-7 days
Height:60cm
Plant Spacing:30cm
Sapiglossis Tora Staring Eyes
Approx. seed count 25 ( pellets)
Please note that the majority of our seeds are packed by volume so the number of seeds indicated is an approximation.
We make every effort to provide British seeds where possible, but in some cases our British Growers are unable to grow in sufficient quantities to meet our demand or the seeds are subject to Plant breeders' rights which means it is only possible for us to buy these seeds from certain non UK flower farms