House Plant Cigar Plant Seeds

Bring vibrant colour and tropical charm to your home with the Cigar Plant.

 

This delightful perennial is prized for its tubular, fiery red flowers tipped with orange and white that resemble tiny cigars. Perfect for containers, or hanging baskets, its compact and bushy habit creates a striking display.

 

Its extended flowering period ensures months of colour from spring tthrough to autumn.

 

Seed Qty: 0.1 grams

 

Sow: February - April (indoors)

Germination: 14 - 21 days

Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil with added organic matter

Height: 30 - 50 cm

Flowering: June - October

Companion Plants: Petunias, Lobelia, Marigolds

Avoid Planting With: Plants requiring deep shade or waterlogged soil

 

Sowing Instructions

 

Sow seeds indoors from January - May in seed trays filled with moist, well-drained seed compost.

Press seeds lightly into the soil but do not cover them, as they require light to germinate.

Maintain a temperature of 18-21°C. Germination typically occurs within 14-21 days.

 

Once seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant them into individual pots and grow on in a bright, frost-free location.

 

 

Growing Tips:

 

Water regularly but avoid overwatering.

Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering.

 

Ideal for a colourful house plant or planted in patio pots during summer.