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Linaria (Linaria maroccana) provides an abundance of dainty flowers in a wide range of vibrant colours - making them ideal for a spectacular floral display. They are very easy to grow and are so versatile. Great for pots or in the garden when planted en masse, as a border plant, scattered amongst other plants and also makes an excellent cut flower.
How to grow Linaria in a garden
Starting from a seedling or potted plant:
- Choose a position in full sun or part shade with well-drained soil.
- Enrich the soil with Yates Thrive Natural Blood & Bone with Seaweed.
- When planting into prepared garden bed, ensure seedlings are well spaced – at least 10 to 15cm apart.
- Dig the planting hole twice as wide and to the same depth as the root-ball. Remove the plant from the container. Position in hole and backfill, gently firming down. Form a doughnut shaped raised ring around the plant, creating a well so that water will go where it’s needed most.
- Water in gently and keep soil moderately moist at all times.
- Mulch with an organic mulch such as bark chips, woodchip or pea straw to a depth of 5 - 8cm, keeping it away from the base of the plant.
- Feed with Yates Thrive Rose & Flower Granular Plant Food. TIP: for an added boost, apply Yates Thrive Roses & Flowers Liquid Plant Food.
Starting from seed:
- Fill starter pots or trays with Yates Black Magic Seed Raising Mix. Sow seeds, lightly cover with a 3mm layer of mix, firm down and gently water in well. Keep moist at all times and place in a warm and sheltered position until seedlings have grown to 5 cm tall, then plant into the garden.
- Alternatively, sow direct where they are to grow in rows or in scattered clumps around the garden. Cover with a 3mm layer of Yates Black Magic Seed Raising Mix. Lightly firm down and keep moist. Just be sure to enrich the soil with Yates Thrive Natural Blood & Bone with Seaweed prior to sowing.
How to grow Linaria in a pot
Starting from a seedling or potted plant:
- Choose a pot at least 200mm wide with adequate drainage holes.
- Position pot in a full sun or part shade
- Fill the pot with a quality potting mix such as Yates Premium Potting Mix.
- Remove the plant from the container. Position in hole and backfill, gently firming down.
- Water in gently and keep mix moderately moist at all times.
- Feed with Yates Thrive Roses & Flowers Liquid Plant Food. TIP: for an added boost, apply Yates Thrive Natural Fish & Seaweed+ Plant Food Concentrate.
Starting from seed:
- Fill starter pots or trays with Yates Black Magic Seed Raising Mix. Sow seeds, lightly cover with a 3mm layer of mix, firm down and gently water in well. Keep moist at all times and place in a warm and sheltered position until seedlings have grown to 5 cm tall, then plant into the pot.
- Alternatively, sow directly into the pot where they are to grow. Cover with a 3mm layer of Yates Black Magic Seed Raising Mix. Lightly firm down and keep moist.
Growing tips
- Remove spent blooms regularly to encourage further flowering.
- Great to use as a cut flower - the flowers are small and perfect for kids to pick for posies.
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Recommended products
Yates Thrive Rose & Flower Granular Plant Food
Specially formulated to grow all types of flowers. With high potassium for large & abundant flowers, added calcium & iron for stronger flowers.
Yates Thrive Roses & Flowers Liquid Plant Food
Provides your flowers & roses with the balanced nutrients they require for healthy growth and flower production.
Yates Thrive Natural Blood & Bone with Seaweed
A certified organic garden input boosted with NZ Seaweed to gently nourish plants, enrich the soil and encourage a strong healthy root system.
Yates Premium Potting Mix
A premium potting mix, ideal for all potted plants and shrubs, including ornamentals, fruit trees, vegies and herbs.
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