Hardy Herbaceous Perennial

• Germination : Challenging
• Aftercare : Easy
• Ideal for : Borders, Cottage Gardens, Flower Arranging
• Special Features : Attractive Foliage
• Height : 36 inches

Description

A very attractive Mexican grass for the border producing soft, wispy pony-tails. Quick to produce dense clumped plants.

Height: 60-90cm (24-36in).

Sowing Instructions

Sow February to July in trays, pots, etc of good seed compost in a propagator or warm place to maintain an optimum temperature of 15-18C (60-65F). Sow in well drained compost, just covering the seed with compost. Germination can be slow. After sowing, seal container in a polythene bag and leave at 15-18C (60-65F) for 2 weeks, then place in a refrigerator (not freezer) for 3-6 weeks. After this, return to the recommended germination temperature, if germination does not occur in 6-10 weeks, return to the fridge for a further 3-6 weeks. Examine regularly whilst in the fridge and remove immediately the seeds show signs of germinating.

Aftercare

Plant in ordinary garden soil.