Lace Blue

SKU: FL4061

The dainty umbels of powder blue/lilac blossoms bloom atop branching, upright stems of this lace flower. Plants have plentiful buds but few... Read More

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Lace Blue

Product Details

The dainty umbels of powder blue/lilac blossoms bloom atop branching, upright stems of this lace flower. Plants have plentiful buds but few leaves. This mildly fragrant, long bloomer will flower from mid-summer to fall and grows to 60cm (24") tall. They have a long vase life too, so they are excellent as filler for arrangements or as the star in delicate bouquets.

Annual.

Quick Facts:

    • Long blooming
    • Long vase life
    • 60cm (24") tall
    • Stiff, upright stems
    • Mildly fragrant
    • Excellent cut flower

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All About Lace Blue

Latin

Latin
Trachymene coerulea

Difficulty

Difficulty
Easy, but requires patience.

Season & Zone

Season & Zone
Season: Warm season
Exposure: Full-sun to partial shade

Timing

Timing
Start seeds indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost date. Seeds should germinate in 14-21 days.

Starting

Starting
Didiscus seeds need warmth and darkness to germinate, and their delicate roots do not to be distrubed. Sow in biodegradable cells/pots and lightly cover to provide darkness or place cells/pots in a warm, dark room until seeds germinate. Water carefully from the bottom. Alternatively, direct sow in permanent location after last frost. Cover and keep moist until seeds sprout. Ideal soil temperature 21°C (70°F).

Days to Maturity

Days to Maturity
From sowing date.

Growing

Growing
After last frost in spring and seedlings have at least two sets of true leaves, plant out in permanent location. Plant in well-draining, sandy soil and in a sunny spot, sheltered from strong winds. In hot, sunny climates, they benefit from some afternoon shade. When soil feels dry, water deeply.

Seed Info

Seed Info
Usual seed life: 2 years.

How to Lace Flower Seeds

Step 1

Timing

Start seeds indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost date. Seeds should germinate in 14-21 days.

Step 2

Starting

Didiscus seeds need warmth and darkness to germinate, and their delicate roots do not to be distrubed. Sow in biodegradable cells/pots and lightly cover to provide darkness or place cells/pots in a warm, dark room until seeds germinate. Water carefully from the bottom. Alternatively, direct sow in permanent location after last frost. Cover and keep moist until seeds sprout. Ideal soil temperature 21°C (70°F).

Step 3

Growing

After last frost in spring and seedlings have at least two sets of true leaves, plant out in permanent location. Plant in well-draining, sandy soil and in a sunny spot, sheltered from strong winds. In hot, sunny climates, they benefit from some afternoon shade. When soil feels dry, water deeply.

Usual seed life: 2 years.

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