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VERTICORDIA densiflora 100g
Compacted Featherflower
Family: Myrtaceae
Characteristics: Small erect shrub 25-100 cm
Seed per gram: Approx. 200
An upright or spreading shrub 25-100 cm high with pink flowers that occur during spring and summer. Can be variable in habit from densely foliaged to fairly open foliage depending on conditions, ideal for group planting, rockeries, or containers.
Tolerant of coastal conditions. Prune after flowering to maintain compact growth.
Prefers a light well-drained soil in a sunny position. Drought and frost resistance.
*Image by Calistemon CC BY-SA 4.0
The best time to sow Verticordia seed is Spring The optimum germination temperature for germination is around 15-23°C
- Sow seed on a porous seed-raising mix and cover lightly. Do not bury the seed deeply.
- Place in a warm, shaded, or semi-shaded position to avoid drying out.
- The growing medium should be well-draining but remain damp between waterings. Keep it moist but not too wet, as the seed may rot. Do not let the growing mix completely dry out.
- Germination should occur in 21-45 days depending on the temperature and conditions.
- The optimum germination temperature for germination is around 15-23°C
- Verticordia can be challenging to grow from seed.
*Please note:
- Please do not be too hasty in discarding seeds that do not germinate; seeds will often lay dormant until 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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Importing to Tasmania Prohibited