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Agrostemma 'Light Rose'
Agrostemma 'Light Rose'
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Agrostemma 'Light Rose'

Agrostemma githago
The slender gray stems of this corncockle act as supporting players, allowing the blush pink open saucers to float above in waves of bloom. The multicolored effect of the blush pink fading to white blooms is lovely, especially when combined with other early summer annuals such as cornflowers and Shirley poppies.
SKU #S2019
Caution: Poisonous. The purchaser assumes all liability related to the use of this product.
$3.55
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Details
Approximate Seeds Per Packet
85
Lifecycle
Annual
Annual Hardiness
Hardy Annual
Mature Size
2.5' h x 1' w
Sun
Full sun
Soil
Regular to rich, well-drained
Season
Summer
Color
Blush pink open-petaled blooms that age to white.
Features
Great Cut Flower
Attracts Bees
SOWING INSTRUCTIONS
Depth:
1/8"
Sprout Time:
7-21 days
Seed To Bloom:
12 weeks
Starting Indoors:
Not recommended.
Starting Outdoors:
Direct sow in early spring; fall or winter in warmer climates (zones 8+).
PLACEMENT & CULTIVATION
Agrostemma is easy to grow and pleasing as it sways in light breezes, making it perfect for annual meadows, cottage and cutting gardens where it attracts bee and hummingbird pollinators. While it can grow in most soil types, it prefers well-drained soil. If the soil is too rich, support at the base may be needed, such as short twiggy sticks. Deadhead the plant, but leave some flowers to self-sow. Caution: all parts contain some toxic elements, but particularly the seeds.
Final Spacing:
1'
Water Requirements:
Medium Water Use
Watering Details:
About 1" per week.
Soil pH:
Adaptable
Fertilizer:
No need to fertilize.
Diseases & Pests:
No major problems.
When to Cut for Bouquets:
Cut when several flowers on a stem are open.