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Ocean Pearls

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Ocean Pearls

Flower

Agrostemma githago

  • Partial sun
  • Zones 1–11
  • 70 days to maturity
  • Flowers
  • 12" spacing
  • High water
  • Annual
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  • Overview

    1-2" blooms grow in sprays on willowy gray stems. Prefers cool growing conditions. FleuroSelect Gold Award Winner.

  • Planting

    Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last spring frost, or direct sow after frost danger passes. Press seeds lightly into moist soil; light is required for germination. Maintain 60-70°F soil temperature.

  • Growing

    Sun: partial. Water: high. Soil: Well-draining potting soil or garden loam; prefers soil on the drier side rather than waterlogged. Space plants 12" apart. Germination: 10-14 days.