Name: CONOSTYLIS candicans - Pure Seed
Brand: Australian Seed

CONOSTYLIS candicans - Pure Seed

Cotton Heads

SKU: E 198

Stock: In Stock

Family: Asteraceae
Characteristics: Annual 20-60 cm

Seed per packet: 200
Seed per gram: Approx 3000

Size:

1 packet
10 grams
2 grams
5 grams

$8.95 AUD Excl. GST

Conostylis is a genus of 40 or more species closely related to the kangaroo paws (Anigozanthos). They are perennial herbs with strap-like leaves. Flowers usually occur in clusters on stalks that emerge from the bases of the leaves. All species occur in the southern areas of Western Australia.

An attractive clumping perennial plant related to the Kangaroo Paw with strappy grey-green sword-shaped foliage displays a profusion of attractive heads of yellow flowers that occur on the end of stalks from July to November.

An extremely hardy species that grows from underground rhizomes. Tolerant to salty, windy coastal environments and medium to poor fertility soils. It is tolerated by most soil types, provided they are well-drained but perfers Sand, sandy loam, limestone. Coastal dunes, sand dunes.

Tolerant to drought and resistant to moderate frost.

When planted as a border or en masse, it is also effective to create a grassland appearance.

It occurs naturally in the Avon Wheatbelt, Carnarvon, Geraldton Sandplains, Jarrah Forest, Swan Coastal Plain, Warren, and Yalgoo.

Haemodoraceae family are best sown in late winter to early spring, avoiding the hottest and coldest time of year.

Pre-treatment of smoke is recommended.

This genus is responsive to smoke, and although it is not critical for the germination of this species, it is usually beneficial in reducing the number of days to germination and increasing germination rates.Smoke treatments are available by clicking here.

Sow seed on the surface of a porous seed-raising mix.
Sprinkle a very light covering of the seed-raising mix over the seed if required to hold the seed in place.
Do not bury the seed deeply.
Place in a warm, shaded, or semi-shaded position. Keep warm and moist; avoid drying out or waterlogging the growing mix.

Germination generally occurs in around 14 to 30 days18-22°C but may take longer depending on the conditions

*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.
All seeds 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.
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