Alyssum 'Carpet of Snow'
Long lasting masses of tiny fragrant white flowers. Its hardiness and versatility makes it ideal as a border, ground cover or for growing in pots.
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This pretty perennial has graceful white flowers that dance in the breeze. Also known as Whirling Butterflies, Gaura flowers from early Spring right through until late Summer. Perfect for adding white accents and delicate texture to small space gardens or containers.
Features
- Tall & elegant
- Perennial
- Drought tolerant
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, sheltered position with well-drained soil. Add Yates Thrive Natural Blood & Bone before planting and fertilise regularly with Yates Thrive Roses & Flowers Liquid Plant Food. Protect from snails and slugs.
Hint
Deadhead the spent flowers to encourage further blooming, and to prolong the flowering period. Gaura is very attractive to honey bees.
Storage
Store in a cool dry place away from direct Sunlight. Keep out of reach of children and pets.
| Plant space |
30cm |
| Sow depth |
2mm |
| Plant height |
60cm |
| Germination |
6-10 days |
| Germination (days) |
8 days |
| Flowering |
12 weeks |
| Flowering (days) |
85 days |
| Botanical name |
Gaura lindheimeri |
Gypsophila 'Baby's Breath'
Baby’s Breath forms airy clouds of tiny, delicate white flowers massed on fine branching stems. Pretty stems are traditionally added to posies to accentuate more showy flowers.
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