Cottage Garden Mix
This easy-to-grow blend of brightly coloured, free flowering annuals will create a charming, old world cottage garden.
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Highly attractive and uniquely shaped flowers in cream, pink, yellow and lavender appearing in Spring. The long spurs of flowers are balanced by the dainty, silvery fern-like foliage.
Features
- Pernnial
- Plant en masse
- Likes the cool areas
Product details
How
Sow into trays of Yates Black Magic Seed Raising Mix. Firm down, water gently and keep moist through germination period. Transplant when large enough to handle.
Care
Choose a Sunny or semi-shaded position that is well drained. Add Yates Thrive Natural Blood & Bone before planting. Water regularly and apply Yates Thrive Soluble Plant Food regularly for stronger plants. Protect from snails and slugs.
Hint
Remove spent flowers to encourage new blooms. In cool climates Aquilegia may be sown in Spring and will flower in 12-15 weeks.
Storage
Store in a cool dry place away from direct Sunlight. Keep out of reach of children and pets.
NOT TO BE USED FOR ANY PURPOSE OR IN ANY MANNER CONTRARY TO THIS LABEL UNLESS AUTHORISED
| Plant space |
30-40cm |
| Sow depth |
3mm |
| Plant height |
60cm |
| Germination |
21-28 days |
| Germination (days) |
28 days |
| Flowering |
28 weeks |
| Flowering (days) |
196 days |
| Botanical name |
Aquilegia caerulea |
Hollyhock 'Double Elegance'
These towering stately stems of gorgeous, brightly coloured, velvety double blooms make an ideal decorative backdrop along sunny walls and fences.
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