Cerinthe major “Pride of Gibraltar’ seeds – (Honeywort , Shrimp plant)

Description

This plant has flowers which come in purple and green shades. It has lovely arched sprays bearing heavy nodding blooms . The flowers are used for filling sprays and bouquets, and go with most colours. Bees and other beneficial insects are attracted to the flowers, and the plant is easy to grow from seed.

Sowing advice

Sow seeds in spring . Sow in moist seed raising mix in pots or trays. Cover lightly with mix and keep moist but not waterlogged. Seeds usually appear in 5-21 days. Ideal temp is 21 deg C. Plant out after all risk of frost has gone.