Key Attributes :

Product Name : Verbascum Chaixii Album 'Snowy Spires' Seeds

Quantity : Available in packs of 100, 500, or 1000 seeds per pack

Mature Height : Approximately 2-3 feet

Light Requirements : Full sun to partial shade

Soil Requirements : Well-draining soil, prefers sandy or loamy soil

Uses:

Ornamental garden plant

Attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies

Suitable for borders, rock gardens, or wildflower meadows

Product Details

Germination Rate : High

Seeds Freshness : New, ensuring optimal germination

Origin : Sustainably sourced

Shelf Life : Best planted within 1 year for maximum germination

Planting Instructions

Seed Preparation:

No specific pre-treatment is required, but soaking seeds overnight can sometimes enhance germination.

Sowing:

Outdoor Sowing : Direct sow seeds outdoors after the last frost date in spring or in early autumn.

Lightly press seeds into the soil surface, as they require light for germination.

Keep soil consistently moist until seeds germinate.

Space seeds or seedlings about 12-18 inches apart to allow for mature growth.

Germination:

Germination typically occurs within 14-21 days when soil temperatures are around 65-75 °F (18-24 °C).

Ensure the soil remains evenly moist but not waterlogged during germination.

Transplanting:

If starting indoors, sow seeds in trays or pots filled with seed starting mix.

Keep the soil moist and maintain a temperature of around 65-75 °F (18-24 °C) for optimal germination.

Transplant seedlings outdoors once they have developed several sets of true leaves and all danger of frost has passed.

Care and Maintenance:

Watering : Water young plants regularly to establish roots; verbascums are somewhat drought-tolerant once established.

Pruning : Deadhead spent flowers to promote continuous blooming.

Protection : Support tall stalks if necessary to prevent them from bending or breaking in strong winds.

Winter Care : Mulch around the base of the plant in late fall to protect roots from freezing temperatures.