Wallflower Blood Red Seeds

Wallflower Blood Red Seeds - Irish Plants Direct

 

Erysimum cheiri Blood Red is a striking perennial known for its bold, deep red flowers that provide a dramatic splash of colour to any garden.

 

The name Erysimum comes from the Greek word "erysimus," meaning "to cure," referring to the plant’s traditional medicinal uses, and cheiri means "carnation-like," highlighting its vibrant, four-petaled blooms. Blood Red features rich crimson flowers that bloom profusely, making it an ideal choice for adding intensity and elegance to borders, containers, or rock gardens.

 

This hardy and easy-to-grow plant thrives in well-drained, moderately fertile soil and enjoys full sun to partial shade.

 

Wallflower Blood Red grows to a height of 30 - 40 cm, making it perfect for the front of borders, patio containers, or mixed flower beds. Its bold flowers attract pollinators like bees and butterflies, providing both beauty and biodiversity to your garden.

 

Seed Qty: Approx. 400

 

Sow: March - May (indoors) or April - May (outdoors)

Germination: 14 - 21 days

Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil; slightly alkaline to neutral pH

Height: 30 - 40 cm

Flowering: April - June

Companion Plants: Pansies, Primroses, Forget-Me-Nots

Avoid Planting With: Heavy-feeding plants

 

Wallflower Blood Red is low-maintenance once established. Water regularly during dry spells, but avoid waterlogging. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage additional blooms and maintain a tidy appearance. This variety is also perfect for cutting, providing long-lasting flowers for bouquets and floral arrangements.

 

Sowing Instructions

 

Indoors: Sow seeds in trays or pots filled with moist, well-drained compost from March to April. Lightly cover the seeds with compost and keep at 18-21°C. Transplant seedlings into individual pots when large enough to handle, and harden off before planting outdoors after the last frost.

 

Outdoors: Sow directly into prepared, weed-free soil from April to May. Lightly cover the seeds with soil and keep moist until germination occurs. Thin seedlings to the recommended spacing for healthy growth.

 

Wallflower Blood Red is perfect for adding vibrant colour and a touch of drama to your garden. Its deep red flowers are ideal for the front of borders, mixed containers, or as part of a cottage garden, providing continuous beauty throughout the spring and early summer months.

 

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