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Kiwi Blue
Flower
FlowerCerinthe major purpurascens
- Full sun
- Zones 1–11
- 65 days to maturity
- Flowers
- 12" spacing
- Low water
- Annual
Overview
The drooping habit of the flowers makes an elegant addition to bouquets. The brilliant-blue flowers are complemented by the gray-green foliage. Attracts bees and hummingbirds. Also known as honeywort.
Planting
Direct sow after last frost or start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost
Growing
Sun: full. Water: low. Soil: Well-drained soil, tolerates poor soil. Space plants 12" apart. Germination: 7-14 days.