Trachelium caeruleum ‘Lake Michigan Violet’ seeds

Description

Picture thanks to Redemption Seeds

This plant has lovely clouds  of violet  flowers above dark green leaves.  It is only rarely available.  It is a wonderful filler for cut flowers, and also makes a great garden and container subject. The flowers have a very faint sweet fragrance .

Sowing advice

Sow indoors in April to July. Sow the seeds in pots or trays , onto moist well-drained seed raising mix . Dont cover the seeds as light is required for germination. Water from the bottom of the pot, to avoid driving the seeds down into the mix. Ideal temp. 15-21°C. Germination takes 2-3 weeks. Transplant seedlings once large enough to handle to 8cm pots and grow on. Acclimatise and plant out once danger of frost has passed