Biennial Gaura Seeds
- HOW TO GROW
- FAST FACTS
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HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Direct sow in late fall, planting just below the surface. For spring planting, mix the Gaura Biennis seed with moist sand and store it in the refrigerator for 60 days; sow biennial Gaura seeds in a flat or individual peat pots, keeping the soil lightly moist and at a temperature of 70 degrees F until germination, which usually occurs within 2-4 weeks. When the weather has warmed and the seedlings are well established, transplant outdoors.
Growing: Water seedlings occasionally and mature plants in prolonged drought, since this plant tolerates drought well. This plant adapts well to areas with rocky or sandy soil. Keep weeds down, since too much competition can reduce the plant's growth. When this plant is grown from seed, full bloom will not occur until its second year of growth. Deadheading is not necessary, though it may prolong the time of blooming. To produce more compact and bushy growth, prune back the developing stems. This plant will self-sow readily, and attracts butterflies.
Harvesting: For fresh flowers, cut long stems of flowers that have just opened and place them in water immediately; strip the leaves that will fall below the water.
Seed Saving: After the flowers fade, small oblong seed pods will form along the flower stalk. They will ripen at different times, turning from green to brown and easily dropping from the stem. Check the plants often to avoid loss. Shake or strip the ripe Gaura Biennis seeds from the stalk as they ripen, coming back every few days until all the seeds have ripened. Store the pink and white Gaura seed in a cool, dry place.
FAST FACTS
Common Names: Biennial Beeblossom
Latin Name: Gaura biennis
Species Origin: US Native Wildflower
Type: Native Wildflowers
Life Cycle: Biennial
USDA Zones: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
US Regions: Midwest, Northeast, Southeast
Seeds per Ounce: 2,400
Stratification: Cold/Wet for 8 Weeks
Germination Ease: Stratify 8 Weeks
Sunlight: Full Sun, Part Sun
Height: 72 Inches
Color: Pink
Bloom Season: Blooms Late Summer, Blooms Early Fall, Blooms Late Fall
Uses: Deer Resistant
Gaura
Planted this seed indoors for propagation to put out in spring. They're already coming up.
Thank you
Thank you for my recent order. I will be planting them soon. The packaging is great and received the seeds fast. I will be ordering from you again. Thanks!
Biennial Gaura Seeds
Packet received quickly! Seeds appear in excellent condition. Will moist/cold stratify prior to spring indoor planting.
DESCRIPTION
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Direct sow in late fall, planting just below the surface. For spring planting, mix the Gaura Biennis seed with moist sand and store it in the refrigerator for 60 days; sow biennial Gaura seeds in a flat or individual peat pots, keeping the soil lightly moist and at a temperature of 70 degrees F until germination, which usually occurs within 2-4 weeks. When the weather has warmed and the seedlings are well established, transplant outdoors.
Growing: Water seedlings occasionally and mature plants in prolonged drought, since this plant tolerates drought well. This plant adapts well to areas with rocky or sandy soil. Keep weeds down, since too much competition can reduce the plant's growth. When this plant is grown from seed, full bloom will not occur until its second year of growth. Deadheading is not necessary, though it may prolong the time of blooming. To produce more compact and bushy growth, prune back the developing stems. This plant will self-sow readily, and attracts butterflies.
Harvesting: For fresh flowers, cut long stems of flowers that have just opened and place them in water immediately; strip the leaves that will fall below the water.
Seed Saving: After the flowers fade, small oblong seed pods will form along the flower stalk. They will ripen at different times, turning from green to brown and easily dropping from the stem. Check the plants often to avoid loss. Shake or strip the ripe Gaura Biennis seeds from the stalk as they ripen, coming back every few days until all the seeds have ripened. Store the pink and white Gaura seed in a cool, dry place.
FAST FACTS
Common Names: Biennial Beeblossom
Latin Name: Gaura biennis
Species Origin: US Native Wildflower
Type: Native Wildflowers
Life Cycle: Biennial
USDA Zones: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
US Regions: Midwest, Northeast, Southeast
Seeds per Ounce: 2,400
Stratification: Cold/Wet for 8 Weeks
Germination Ease: Stratify 8 Weeks
Sunlight: Full Sun, Part Sun
Height: 72 Inches
Color: Pink
Bloom Season: Blooms Late Summer, Blooms Early Fall, Blooms Late Fall
Uses: Deer Resistant
Reviews
Review
Gaura
Planted this seed indoors for propagation to put out in spring. They're already coming up.
Review
Thank you
Thank you for my recent order. I will be planting them soon. The packaging is great and received the seeds fast. I will be ordering from you again. Thanks!
Review
Biennial Gaura Seeds
Packet received quickly! Seeds appear in excellent condition. Will moist/cold stratify prior to spring indoor planting.