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Five Spot Seeds

Nemophila maculata

  • HOW TO GROW
  • FAST FACTS

HOW TO GROW

Sowing: Direct sow in early spring, pressing lightly into the surface of the soil since this seed needs light to germinate. Keep the soil lightly moist until germination, which should occur within 10-20 days. When the seedlings can safely be handled, thin or transplant for wider spacing. For an early start, start the Nemophila Maculata seed indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost and transplant outdoors.

Growing: Keep the Nemophila five spot plants watered, since they do not appreciate dry soil and soon wither in drought. This annual grows quickly and dies with the first frost, though it may reseed for a new crop next year. Its sprawling habit makes it an excellent choice for massed plantings, hanging baskets, and borders. Keep in mind that this plant does not do well in excessive heat and dislikes being transplanted.

Harvesting: These short-lived blossoms do not make good cut flowers, and are best enjoyed in the wild.

Seed Saving: After the flowers fade, small pods will form that eventually open at the top to reveal the ripe seeds. Gather the Nemophila Maculata seeds as soon as the pods have opened; watch them carefully to prevent loss. Store the five spot seeds in a cool, dry place.

FAST FACTS

Common Names: Five-Spot

Latin Name: Nemophila maculata

Species Origin: US Native Wildflower

Type: Native Wildflowers

Life Cycle: Annual

USDA Zones: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

US Regions: California, Mountain, Arid/Desert, Plains/Texas, Midwest, Northern, Northeast, Southeast

Seeds per Ounce: 4,100

Stratification: No Stratification

Germination Ease: No Stratification

Sunlight: Full Sun, Part Sun, Shade

Height: 6 Inches

Color: White, Purple

Bloom Season: Blooms Late Spring, Blooms Early Summer

Uses: Cut Flowers

Size Price Quantity
XL Mylar Packet (~500 Seeds) $3.48 -+
1 Oz Mylar (~4,100 Seeds) $7.92 -+
1/4 Lb Mylar (113g) $18.00 $16.16 -+
1 Lb Mylar (454g) $48.00 Notify Me
5 Lb Bulk Bag (2.27kg) $216.00 -+
10 Lb Bulk Bag (4.54kg) $384.00 -+
25 Lb Bulk Bag (11.3kg) $912.00 -+
50 Lb Bulk Bag (22.7kg) $1,728.00 -+
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DESCRIPTION

Victorian ladies loved this western native plant for its unusual bicolor flowers and delicate foliage. Each bloom has five purple spots on the petals, and its sprawling habit makes it an excellent choice for massed plantings, hanging baskets, and borders.
Victorian ladies loved this native plant for its unusual bicolor flowers and delicate foliage. The genus name "Nemophilia" comes from Latin words meaning "woodland loving." The species name comes from the Latin word for "spotted," in reference to the colorful purple dots on the petals.

HOW TO GROW

Sowing: Direct sow in early spring, pressing lightly into the surface of the soil since this seed needs light to germinate. Keep the soil lightly moist until germination, which should occur within 10-20 days. When the seedlings can safely be handled, thin or transplant for wider spacing. For an early start, start the Nemophila Maculata seed indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost and transplant outdoors.

Growing: Keep the Nemophila five spot plants watered, since they do not appreciate dry soil and soon wither in drought. This annual grows quickly and dies with the first frost, though it may reseed for a new crop next year. Its sprawling habit makes it an excellent choice for massed plantings, hanging baskets, and borders. Keep in mind that this plant does not do well in excessive heat and dislikes being transplanted.

Harvesting: These short-lived blossoms do not make good cut flowers, and are best enjoyed in the wild.

Seed Saving: After the flowers fade, small pods will form that eventually open at the top to reveal the ripe seeds. Gather the Nemophila Maculata seeds as soon as the pods have opened; watch them carefully to prevent loss. Store the five spot seeds in a cool, dry place.

FAST FACTS

Common Names: Five-Spot

Latin Name: Nemophila maculata

Species Origin: US Native Wildflower

Type: Native Wildflowers

Life Cycle: Annual

USDA Zones: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

US Regions: California, Mountain, Arid/Desert, Plains/Texas, Midwest, Northern, Northeast, Southeast

Seeds per Ounce: 4,100

Stratification: No Stratification

Germination Ease: No Stratification

Sunlight: Full Sun, Part Sun, Shade

Height: 6 Inches

Color: White, Purple

Bloom Season: Blooms Late Spring, Blooms Early Summer

Uses: Cut Flowers