VEGSOW Bloodflower / Sunset Flower Seeds (Asclepias Curassavica)
$3.00
- Botanical Name: Asclepias curassavica, commonly known as Bloodflower or Sunset Flower.
- Attracts pollinators: Known to draw butterflies and beneficial insects to garden landscapes.
- Growth habit: Produces clusters of vibrant red and orange flowers throughout the growing season.
- Versatility: Suitable for container gardening, flower beds, and pollinator-friendly garden borders.
Style: Packet
Product Overview
These Bloodflower seeds, scientifically classified as Asclepias curassavica, offer a reliable way to introduce color and biodiversity to your outdoor space. Often referred to as Sunset Flower, this plant is recognized for its distinctive bi-colored blooms that transition from deep red to bright orange. These seeds are harvested to maintain botanical consistency, ensuring the plants develop their characteristic upright growth habit.
Cultivation and Care Instructions
- Planting Depth: Sow seeds approximately 1/4 inch deep in well-draining soil.
- Sunlight Requirements: These plants thrive in full sun conditions, requiring at least 6 to 8 hours of direct light daily.
- Spacing: Space plants 12 to 18 inches apart to allow for adequate air circulation and root development.
- Watering: Maintain consistent soil moisture during the germination phase; once established, the plants exhibit moderate drought tolerance.
- Temperature: Best suited for warm climates; seeds should be sown after the danger of frost has passed and soil temperatures have warmed.
Growth Characteristics
The plants typically reach a mature height of 2 to 3 feet. The foliage is lance-shaped and provides a structural backdrop for the terminal clusters of flowers. These plants are adaptable to various soil types, provided the drainage is sufficient to prevent waterlogging. Regular deadheading of spent blooms may encourage continued flowering throughout the season.
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