How to grow Jewels Of Opar

Talinum paniculatum

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They will flower to the frosts start an are only perennial in the mildest climates. Heat and drought tolerant, sun to part shade

Growing Jewels of opar from seed

Sow the tiny seeds very thinly and cover only lightly, they need warm soil to germinate an so can be started inside at least 6 weeks before last frost date.

By our calculations*, you should look at sowing Jewels of opar about 49 days before your last frost date .

Transplanting Jewels of opar

Plant out after last frost at least 20cm apart

As Jewels of opar is tender, ensure temperatures are mild enough to plant out - wait until after your last frost date to be on the safe side.

How long does Jewels of opar take to grow?

These estimates for how long Jewels of opar takes to sprout, grow and harvest are from real observations from real gardeners, right around the world.

Days to Germination How long does it take Jewels of opar to germinate?: 14 days
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When should I plant Jewels of opar?

Our when to plant Jewels of opar estimates are relative to your last frost date.

When to sow The number of days to sow Jewels of opar before or after your last frost date.: 49 days before Last Frost Date

Jewels of opar Folklore & Trivia

Said to be names after the Tarzan novel. The Jewels are the carmine seed pods

Other names for Jewels of opar

Talinum paniculatum (Jacq.) Gaertn.

Misspellings: Jewels-of-Opar