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Romneya coulteri
1 packet (25 seeds) @ $6.25
Catalog Code: 2119
Romneya coulteri
Hardy Herbaceous Perennial
- Flowers: Summer to early Autumn
- Soil: Well drained
- Zones: 7, 8
- Height: 8 feet
- Germination: Challenging
- Aftercare: Care and Understanding
- Ideal for: Border
Description
Especially for the back of border producing crinkled, fragrant blooms, up to 6in across.
Leathery, silver-grey foliage.
Sowing Instructions
| Sowing time: | February- July. |
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Sow in trays, pots, etc of good seed compost in a propagator or warm place to maintain an optimum temperature of 60-65F (15-18C).
Sowing Depth: Surface sow on a peat/sand mix seed compost and do not exclude light.
Very slow and irregular germination.
Keep the seed compost cool and moist but not saturated at all times.
Growing Instructions
Transplant seedlings into 7.5cm (3in) pots when large enough to handle, taking care NOT to damage the roots.
Grow on in same temperature for 3-4 months until well rooted in their pots, then move to a cold frame for overwintering.
Plant out the following spring.
Space the plants 1.2-2m (4-6ft) apart.
Prefers a rich, light, well drained soil in a sheltered sunny site.
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