Eschscholzia californica 'Cherry Swirl'
Short code: 20114
Height:
25cm/10"
Description:
Bright red double and semi-double blooms with contrasting yellow eye. These easy direct-sow annuals are ideal for adding colour to containers or beds. The bright flowers are produced above attractive fine blue-green feathery foliage.
Common name: Californian Poppy| Sowing/Growing information | |
| Sowing | For best results multi sow 3 to 4 seeds per cell in a 150 cell plug tray or slightly larger unit. Sow on to the surface of a free-draining, moist seed-sowing compost and cover with 3-5mm (¼in) of vermiculite. Propagate at 15-20C (60-68F). Germination should take place in approximately 7-10 days. Maintain a temperature of 15C (60F) after germination until the seedlings are established. Alternatively sow direct into 12 packs, 9cm pots or preferred final unit of sale. |
| Growing | When the seedlings are established transfer the plugs into a 9cm pot or 6 pack. This should result in quality plants with a good display of flowers for sale from May onwards. |
| Flowering Period | June-frost |
| Hardiness | Hardy Annual |
| Classification | |
| Product | Seeds |
| Genus | Eschscholzia |
| Variety | Cherry Swirl |
| Groups | |
| Containers & Baskets | YES |
| Direct Sow | YES |
