Blue Summer Flowers (different varieties) seed mix
- Wunderschöne Mischung von einjährigen Sommerblumen in Blautönen. „Ton in Ton“ gehalten und farblich aufeinander abgestimmt.
- Approx. 1 g sufficient for 1 m²
- Open-pollinated variety, seed tested regularly
€2.39
Description
This exclusive seed mix brings together a carefully selected collection of flowers in captivating shades of blue, creating a tranquil and distinctive atmosphere in your garden. With their elegant colouring, these plants are not only visually striking but also offer valuable habitat for bees, butterflies and other pollinators.
The mix includes a range of species with varying heights and flower forms that can be harmoniously combined. It is ideally suited to flower borders, wildlife-friendly gardens, or as an attractive edging along paths and patios.
The mix features the following species, ensuring a long-lasting and floriferous display throughout the season:
- Floss Flower (Ageratum houstonianum):
A compact plant with dense, velvety flower heads in rich blue, highly attractive to bees. - Cape Forget-me-not (Anchusa capensis):
With its vivid blue blooms and vigorous growth, this plant adds vibrancy to any flower bed. - Sweet Alyssum (Alyssum maritimum):
A ground-covering plant forming dense carpets of tiny, fragrant flowers that bring colour and scent to the garden. - Dwarf Morning Glory (Convolvulus tricolor):
Renowned for its brilliant blue blooms, this trailing plant is perfect for hanging baskets and border edges. - Cornflower 'Blue Boy' (Centaurea cyanus):
A classic garden annual, its intense blue flowers are both eye-catching and a favourite with butterflies. - Globe Candytuft (Iberis umbellata):
Produces soft, umbrella-shaped flowers in shades of violet, offering contrast among the blue hues and attracting beneficial insects. - Chinese Forget-me-not 'Firmament' (Cynoglossum amabile):
This charming species flowers abundantly in soft sky-blue, ideal for naturalistic garden schemes. - Larkspur (Delphinium consolida):
Tall spires of sky-blue flowers make this stately annual a striking addition to any summer border. - Moldavian Dragonhead (Dracocephalum moldavica):
An exotic-looking plant with tubular blue flowers and a delicate fragrance. - Purple Viper’s Bugloss (Echium plantagineum):
A highlight for wild bees, with vivid, bell-shaped blue flowers that offer both beauty and nectar. - Blue Thimble Flower (Gilia capitata):
Easy to grow, this resilient annual bears spherical clusters of blue flowers and is particularly attractive to bees. - Perennial Flax (Linum perenne):
Delicate blue flowers and fine foliage lend this plant a graceful presence in any garden. - Dwarf Lupin 'Pixie' (Lupinus nanus):
A low-growing lupin with striking blue flower spikes, which also improves soil quality through nitrogen fixation. - Baby Blue Eyes (Nemophila insignis):
This dainty annual produces a soft carpet of pale blue blooms, perfect for informal planting schemes. - Love-in-a-Mist (Nigella damascena):
With its feathery foliage and mysterious blue flowers, it brings a touch of enchantment to any border. - Annual Clary (Salvia horminum):
A showy plant with vivid blue flower spikes that draw in bees and butterflies. - California Bluebell (Phacelia campanularia):
Bell-shaped, brilliant blue flowers add a splash of sky to the garden, while supporting pollinators.
Please note that the composition of the mix may vary slightly to ensure the highest quality and best seasonal selection.
With this flower mix, you’ll enjoy a long-lasting, vibrant display while supporting local wildlife throughout the growing season.
Plant profile
| Plant type | Container plant, Summer flower |
|---|---|
| Use | Container plant, Cut flower, Good insect food plant, Ornamental plant |
| Lifecycle | Annual |
| Seed propagation | Conventional production |
| Eventual height | 20-60 cm |
| Flower colour | Blue, Light blue |
| Flowering months | August, July, June, September, Spring to autumn |
Growing instructions
| When to sow outdoors | April, June, May |
|---|---|
| Sowing depth | 0.5 cm |
| Germination temperature | 15-20°C |
| Germination time | 1-2 weeks |
| Climate | Temperate |
| Soil type | Free-draining, Humus-rich, Undemanding |
| Sunlight | Full sun, Halbschatten |
| Water requirement | Medium |
| Planting distance | 10 cm |
| Row spacing | 30 cm |
Sowing and care
Sowing this mix is straightforward and perfectly suitable for beginners – success is almost guaranteed:
- Sowing period: Direct sowing from April to June, once the risk of hard frost has passed.
- Location: Full sun to partial shade. The plants prefer well-drained, low-nutrient soils.
- Sowing method: Scatter the seeds directly onto a prepared bed, press down lightly and cover with a thin layer of soil. Leave approximately 20–30 cm between plants.
- Care: Water regularly, but avoid waterlogging. A single application of fertiliser in spring is sufficient.
- Flowering period: Depending on sowing time, from June through to late autumn – a true highlight throughout the gardening season.
Other names
Botanical name: Diverse Arten und Sorten
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