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Also known as Painted Tongue. Bewitching blooms transition from burgundy to deep obsidian, centered with a stark golden eye, creating a gothic bloom rich in depth and personality. Ideal for contrasting with stark white or for inclusion in an all-black garden, their sturdy stems render them perfect for dramatic cut flower arrangements. This half-hardy annual, standing at 19 inches tall and 11 inches wide, is a rare variation of the plant once known as the Velvet Trumpet, characterized by its dark mahogany, velvet-like petals, and yellow-pollen dotted blooms. Best planted in groups with hay mulch around the base to cool the soil, it brings a unique allure to any setting.
Michigan Seeds and Plants grown on our farm, Renegade Acres, in Howell, MI!
Certified Organic by Oregon Tilth.
Additional Info
| Botanical Name | Salpiglossis sinuata |
|---|---|
| Life Cycle | Annual |
| Min. Time to Germinate | 7 Days |
| Max. Time to Germinate | 10 Days |
| Depth to Sow Seeds | 1/4 in. |
| When to Sow | Indoors 6-8 weeks before last spring frost |
| Growing Height | 12-18 in. (30-45 cm) |
| Plant Spacing | 12-15 in. (30-38 cm) |
| Hardiness | N/A |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun |
| Danger | All parts of plant are poisonous if ingested |
| Bloom Color | Dark Purple/Black |
| Bloom Time | Late Spring/Early Summer, Mid-Summer |
| Other Details | Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater |
| Soil pH Requirements | 6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic), 6.6 to 7.5 (neutral) |
| Days to Harvest | 80-90 |
| Propagation Methods | From seed; sow indoors before last frost |
| Seed Collecting | Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds, Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored |
| Seeds Per Pack | 10 |
