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CALOTHAMNUS blepharospermus 10g
Claw Flower
Family: Myrtaceae
Characteristics: Small shrub 2 -3 m spread 2 m
Seed per packet: Approx. 50
Seed per gram: Approx. 250
An attractive shrub up to 3 metres with claw-like red flowers with yellow tips that form in groups of five that typically occur during Summer or winter.
The flowers contain nectar and are attractive to honey-eating birds.
Calothamnus is a genus of more than 40 species, all of which are found in south Western Australia.
Prefers lightly sandy well-drained soil in an open sunny position, drought and frost-resistant.
Grow notes:
Although seed can be sown most of the year in many parts of Australia seed is generally best sown in spring or autumn in temperate climates, avoid the coldest and hottest months of the year. The optimum germination temperature for germination is around 18-22°C
- Sow seed on the surface of a porous seed-raising mix.
- Sprinkle a light covering of the seed-raising mix over the seed to hold the seed in place. Do not bury the seed too deeply.
- Water with a fine mist spray to avoid disturbance of the seed.
- Place in a warm-shaded or semi-shaded position.
- Keep warm & moist, and avoid drying out or waterlogging the growing mix.
- Germination generally occurs in around 14-28 days in the right condition.
General note: Seeds of many natives are dormant and require specific conditions or pre-treatment for germination.
Do not be too hasty to discard seed that does not germinate, seeds will often lay dormant until the conditions are similar to their natural requirements for germination to occur. Containers put to one side will often surprise long after they were discarded.
Calothamnus, among our native plants, are relatively easy to grow from seed.
Although Calothamnus seed can be sown year-round in many parts of Australia, the best time for sowing Calothamnus seeds is during spring to early summer in temperate climates. It is best to avoid sowing during the coldest and hottest months.
Calothamnus seeds are tiny.
- Place the seeds on the surface of a porous growing mix, where they will settle into the pores once watered.
- If needed, lightly cover the seeds with vermiculite to secure them.
- Avoid burying the seeds too deeply. Use a fine mist spray for watering to minimize seed disturbance.
- Position in a warm, shaded or semi-shaded area.
- Maintain warmth and moisture, and prevent the seed-raising mix from drying out or becoming waterlogged.
Under the right conditions, germination typically occurs within 14-28 days at temperatures between 18-22°C.
Please note:
- Please do not be too hasty to discard seeds that do not germinate; seeds will often lay dormant until the conditions are similar to their natural germination requirements.
- As with all seeds, they must have adequate water to germinate, keep them moist but not too wet.
- These growth notes are provided as guidance only and do not guarantee successful germination.
- The customer should do their due diligence that they are suited to their region.
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