PREMIER SEEDS DIRECT - ECHINOPS RITRO Seeds - Metallic Blue (25 Grams)

• Sow from Mar – Jun with additional warmth (20-25C).
• Gently press seed into the growing medium, no not cover or exclude light. Place tray in a propagator or seal in a clear plastic bag to maintain humidity / moisture.
• When the seedling are large enough to handle transplant and grow on under cooler conditions.
• Gradually acclimatise to outdoor conditions before planting out, after all risk of frost has passed.
• Professional DEFRA licenced Quality Seed Supply only - Minimal packaging - Ziplock labelled bags - Instructions not attached - See details provided above for cultivation advice

A stunning border perennial producing an abundance of eye-catching blue ball thistle like flowers on robust 1.2m plants with serrated blue green leaves. Flowers Jun – Aug and will readily self-seed. Sow from Mar – Jun with additional warmth (20-25C). Gently press seed into the growing medium, no not cover or exclude light. Place tray in a propagator or seal in a clear plastic bag to maintain humidity / moisture. When the seedling are large enough to handle transplant and grow on under cooler conditions. Gradually acclimatise to outdoor conditions before planting out, after all risk of frost has passed. Plants need plenty of drainage / added grit in order to survive over-winter and full sun. Spacing 60cm.