Welcome to the enchanting world of Cupid's Dart, a stunning blue perennial that adds a touch of magic to cottage gardens, borders, and any space craving beautiful blue flowers. With a long bloom season extending from summer to fall, Cupid's Dart, also known as Love Plant, is a must-have for your garden. Grown from seeds, this long-stemmed flower is not only captivating but also perfect for cutting and creating beautiful arrangements.
Key Features:
- Approximate Seeds Per Packet: 20-200 seeds for a bountiful garden.
- Lifecycle: Perennial, gracing your garden year after year.
- Perennial Hardiness Zone: 3,4, 5, 6, 7,8
- Mature Size: Reaches a height of about 24 inches with a 2-foot width.
- Sun Requirements: Flourishes in full sun.
- Soil: Thrives in regular, well-drained soil.
- Season: Blooms from summer to fall.
- Color: Lavender petals with darker centers, a visual delight.
Sowing Instructions:
- Depth: Surface to barely cover, 1/16".
- Sprout Time: 10-20 days.
- Starting Indoors: Begin indoors 6-8 weeks before planting out. Maintain a temperature of 65-75°F.
- Starting Outdoors: Direct sow in spring to early summer.
When to Set Outside:
- Plant after the last frost for optimal growth.
Placement & Cultivation:
- Native to the Mediterranean, Cupid's Dart, or Catananche, carries a captivating history.
- Known as the Love Plant, it boasts bright lavender-blue flowers with cut petal edges and silvery foliage.
- Best suited for sunny perennial beds with silver-leaved plants.
- Flourishes in well-drained soils, particularly in regions not sweltering in summer.
- An excellent cut flower that attracts butterflies. Short-lived perennial.
Final Spacing:
- Allow 1 foot of space for each plant to thrive.
Water Requirements:
- Requires medium water use.
Watering Details:
- Somewhat drought-tolerant but performs best with about 1" of water per week.
Soil pH:
Fertilizer:
- Mix in 1" of compost prior to planting.
Diseases & Pests:
- Avoid fungal troubles with proper spacing and locating in a space with good airflow.
When to Cut for Bouquets:
- Harvest when flowers are almost open.
Transform your garden into a magical haven with Cupid's Dart. Order now and let the enchantment bloom!
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