Remove faded flowers to extend growing season
Hardy Z4-9
Try to plant in a location that enjoys
partial sun and remember to
water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Russell hybrids mixed colors is thought of as
hardy, so Russell hybrids mixed colors will tend to go dormant or grow slowly over the winter months.
Direct sow
- after frost
- Sow in sun – part shade, Sow in Moist, well-drained soil
- 21-30 days to germinate
- Final spacing = 20"
or
Start Indoors
Sow indoors 8-10 weeks before last frost date
Cover w/ 1/4" soil, keep evenly moist
When 3" tall → thin or transplant to final spacing of 18-24"
Transplant outdoors: sun → p. shade in moist/well drained soil
Look to ensure a distance
1.46 feet (45.0 cm) between seeds when sowing - bury at a depth of at least
0.25 inches (0.64 cm) deep.
When 3" tall → thin or transplant to final spacing of 18-24"
Transplant or direct sow outdoors:
- after frost
- in sun – part shade & in moist, well-drained soil
- w/ final spacing ~ 20"
Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Russell hybrids mixed colors is a hardy plant.
Lupino mezcla hibrida russell