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Painted Tongue 'Gloomy Rival' Organic
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Painted Tongue 'Gloomy Rival' Organic

Salpiglossis sinuata
We are happy to reintroduce this rare painted tongue that has been missing from commerce for years. 'Gloomy Rival' is ghostly pale with deep burgundy veining–luminous in the evening moon garden or paired with sultry purple tobacco. Similarly described varieties of salpiglossis were circa 1867. Prefers moderate summer areas, where summer heat is not oppressive.
SKU #S1030OG
$4.50
Details
Approximate Seeds Per Packet
276
Lifecycle
Annual
Annual Hardiness
Half Hardy Annual
Mature Size
1.5' h x 1' w
Sun
Full sun to partial shade
Soil
Regular to rich, moist, well-drained
Season
Summer to fall
Color
Whisper lavender with maroon and golden veining
Features
Great for containers
Great Cut Flower
Notable
Certified Organic Seed Available
SOWING INSTRUCTIONS
Depth:
Surface sow; press in and sprinkle lightly with fine vermiculite then cover with black paper to exclude light, as Salpiglossis requires darkness to germinate.
Sprout Time:
7-21 days
Seed To Bloom:
14-16 weeks
Starting Indoors:
Start in pots 8 weeks before last frost. Keep at 70-75°F.
Starting Outdoors:
Direct sow at last frost date. Cover seeds as they require darkness to germinate.
WHEN TO SET OUTSIDE
After last frost.
PLACEMENT & CULTIVATION
Velvet trumpet—an old name for this vintage flower—is a stunning annual native to Chile. It is an illuminated manuscript of a flower, with elaborate veining showcasing the varied flower hues. Grow at the edge or middle of the border or in cutting gardens to admire and gather for long-lasting bouquets. It is best where summer heat is not extreme, and nights cool down, followed by sunny, dry days—a situation not common in many gardens. But they will do fine with some straw mulch to cool the soil and a bit of afternoon shade. Pinch back young plants to promote bushiness and place some small twiggy branches in the ground for support when planting.
Final Spacing:
8"
Water Requirements:
Medium Water Use
Watering Details:
About 1" per week; do not overwater.
Soil pH:
Not particular about pH
Fertilizer:
If soil is poor, mix in about 2" of compost before planting.
Diseases & Pests:
Aphids may appear. If needed, treat with insecticidal soap. Avoid any root disease by siting in very well drained soils.
When to Cut for Bouquets:
Harvest when there are several fully opened flowers on a stem.