Touch Me Not Seeds

 

Touch-Me-Not (Mimosa pudica L.) is a fascinating, fast-growing annual known for its sensitive foliage that folds inward when touched, creating an interactive and playful feature in any garden or indoor container.

 

This unique plant produces delicate pink or purple pom-pom-like flowers atop feathery, fern like leaves, adding both ornamental beauty and curiosity to your collection.

 

Ideal for pots, window boxes, or greenhouse cultivation, Touch-Me-Not thrives in well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Its rapid growth and intriguing touch responsive movement make it an excellent educational plant for children, gardeners, and plant enthusiasts alike.

 

This variety is low maintenance and brings both visual interest and a sense of wonder to home gardens. Its unusual reaction to touch also makes it a conversation starter and a delightful addition to mixed plant displays.

 

Seed Qty: Approx. 0.3 grams

 

Sow: March – June

Germination: 10 – 21 days

Soil Type: Light, well-drained, fertile soil

Height/Spread: 30 – 50 cm

Flowering: June – September

Companion Plants: Marigolds, Petunias, Nasturtiums

Avoid Planting With: Heavy, moisture-retentive plants

 

Sowing Instructions

 

Indoors: Sow seeds in pots or trays filled with fine, moist compost from March to May. Soak seeds for 24 hours prior to sowing to improve germination. Cover lightly with a thin layer of compost and maintain 20–25°C. Keep soil moist but not waterlogged.

 

Outdoors: Direct sow after the last frost in prepared, sunny soil. Space seedlings 20–30 cm apart. Water regularly and provide protection from strong winds while young.

 

Touch-Me-Not is a captivating and interactive plant that combines beauty and curiosity, perfect for gardeners seeking an unusual and educational addition to their collection.

 

 

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