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Leptosiphon 'French Hybrids'
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Leptosiphon 'French Hybrids'

Leptosiphon androsaceus
Also called false babystars, 'French Hybrids' has threadlike foliage sprinkled with clusters of fairy-garden-size starry blooms in pink, yellow, orange and cream.
SKU #S1971
$3.50
Details
Approximate Seeds Per Packet
400
Lifecycle
Annual
Annual Hardiness
Half Hardy Annual
Mature Size
8" h x 6" w
Sun
Full sun
Soil
Rich, well-drained
Season
Summer
Color
Mix of rose, salmon, orange, white and yellow
Features
Great for containers
Heat or Drought Tolerant
SOWING INSTRUCTIONS
Depth:
Surface sow and cover lightly.
Sprout Time:
14-21 days
Seed To Bloom:
10-12 weeks
Starting Indoors:
Sow in pots 8 weeks before setting out after frost. Keep at 65-70F.
Starting Outdoors:
Direct sow after frost.
WHEN TO SET OUTSIDE
After last frost.
PLACEMENT & CULTIVATION
Many Leptosiphons are native to California, found in rocky areas and woodland edges, the threadlike foliage sprinkled with clusters of petite blooms. Also known as false baby stars, it is well suited to garden edges, rock gardens, and large clay pots, where they bloom for several months in summer.
Final Spacing:
8"
Water Requirements:
Low Water Use
Watering Details:
Keep moist until established, then water during dry spells. Drought tolerant, but may flower better with regular moisture.
Soil pH:
Not particular about pH levels.
Fertilizer:
If soil is poor, mix in a few inches of compost prior to planting.
Diseases & Pests:
No major problems.