Beach Evening Primrose Seeds
Camissonia cheiranthifolia
- HOW TO GROW
- FAST FACTS
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: In late fall or early spring, sow the seed on the surface of the soil and keep it lightly moist until germination. Transplant or thin seedlings.
Growing: This plant grows best in full sun, coastal conditions, and sandy soil. It tolerates drought very well, and only needs watering in the driest weather conditions. Unless they are growing in optimum conditions, plants will last from 2-3 years. Since these primroses self-seed, volunteer seedlings will preserve the planting. Because of its low growth and spreading branches, this plant provides erosion control as well as being an excellent addition to rock gardens or hanging baskets. Bees and butterflies flock to this plant.
Harvesting: For fresh flowers, cut the stems just when they have begun to bloom. Place them in water immediately.
Seed Saving: Elongated pods will form on the stems, and turn from green to red to brown. When ripe, the pods will split; to prevent loss, they should be removed before this occurs. As soon as the seed inside the pods matures to a dark brown, remove the pods and spread them out to dry away from direct sunlight. Thresh the dried pods to remove the seed. Store the seed in a cool, dry place.
FAST FACTS
Common Names: Beach Suncup
Latin Name: Camissonia cheiranthifolia
Species Origin: US Native Wildflower
Type: Native Wildflowers
Life Cycle: Perennial
USDA Zones: 7, 8, 9, 10
US Regions: California, Mountain
Seeds per Ounce: 154,000
Stratification: No Stratification
Germination Ease: No Stratification
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: 9 Inches
Color: Yellow
Bloom Season: Blooms Late Spring, Blooms Early Summer, Blooms Late Summer, Blooms Early Fall
DESCRIPTION
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: In late fall or early spring, sow the seed on the surface of the soil and keep it lightly moist until germination. Transplant or thin seedlings.
Growing: This plant grows best in full sun, coastal conditions, and sandy soil. It tolerates drought very well, and only needs watering in the driest weather conditions. Unless they are growing in optimum conditions, plants will last from 2-3 years. Since these primroses self-seed, volunteer seedlings will preserve the planting. Because of its low growth and spreading branches, this plant provides erosion control as well as being an excellent addition to rock gardens or hanging baskets. Bees and butterflies flock to this plant.
Harvesting: For fresh flowers, cut the stems just when they have begun to bloom. Place them in water immediately.
Seed Saving: Elongated pods will form on the stems, and turn from green to red to brown. When ripe, the pods will split; to prevent loss, they should be removed before this occurs. As soon as the seed inside the pods matures to a dark brown, remove the pods and spread them out to dry away from direct sunlight. Thresh the dried pods to remove the seed. Store the seed in a cool, dry place.
FAST FACTS
Common Names: Beach Suncup
Latin Name: Camissonia cheiranthifolia
Species Origin: US Native Wildflower
Type: Native Wildflowers
Life Cycle: Perennial
USDA Zones: 7, 8, 9, 10
US Regions: California, Mountain
Seeds per Ounce: 154,000
Stratification: No Stratification
Germination Ease: No Stratification
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: 9 Inches
Color: Yellow
Bloom Season: Blooms Late Spring, Blooms Early Summer, Blooms Late Summer, Blooms Early Fall