Q - Queen Anne’s thimbles
Regular price €2.50
THE PLANT
Pale blue globe-shaped flowers and delicate fern-like leaves, a plant loved by pollinator insects.
THE TYPE
Benguiat's adaption of Caslon, a renowned typeface used for typing US Declaration of Independence.
Details
Name
Queen Anne’s thimbles
Variety
Latin name
CGilia capitata
Seed quantity
0,25 grams
Packet size
9 x 12,5 cm
Packet material
Made from paper produced using tomato waste fibers, it can be disposed of in biodegradable waste
Plant size
30-60 cm height, 15-30 cm spread
Container size
Minimum 20 cm diameter
How to grow
Sowing
Outdoor Early spring or autumn
Indoor 6-8 weeks before last frost
Germination
Time 14-21 days
Temperature 15-20°C
How to sow
Direct sow Sow seeds on soil surface; press lightly
Indoor Surface-sow in trays with light exposure
Caring
Light Full sun
Watering Moderate; allow soil to dry slightly between waterings
Soil Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil
Feeding Light feeding in spring is sufficient
Growing tip
Queen Anne’s Thimbles attract bees and butterflies, making them great for pollinator gardens. Deadhead regularly to extend blooming.
Harvesting
Cut flowers when fully open. Seed heads can be left on the plant for self-seeding or harvested for propagation.
Interesting facts
Fun fact 1
Named for its resemblance to a thimble, Gilia capitata is popular in wildflower mixes for its delicate blue flowers.
Fun fact 2
This plant is native to North America and is often used to attract pollinators to gardens.
