Dusty Miller (Senecio Cineraria) 200 seeds (#2219)

An annual plant with decorative, light-silvery, deep-cut leaves with hairy hair.
Requires a sunny location. It succeeds on any garden land.
They are easily raised from seed but, as borderline perennials, they often survive the winter in mild gardens.
Excellent drought and heat tolerance are two of the more desirable features of this sustainable bedding plant. It grows best in sites with full sun and well-drained average soil.
Approximately 200 seeds in 0.2g packet.

Genus - Senecio
Species - Cineraria
Common name - Dusty Miller
Pre-Treatment - Not-required
Hardiness zones - 2 - 10
Height - 0,20 - 0,35 m
Spread - 0,20 m
Plant type - Half-hardy annual flower
Exposure - Full Sun
Growth rate - Fast
Soil PH - Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Soil type - Clay, Loam, Sand, Well Drained
Water requirements - Average Water Needs; Drought tolerant
Landscape uses - Bedding Plant, Container, Edging, Foundation, Hanging Basket, Mixed Border
Leaf / Flower color - Gray Green, Silver / --

GERMINATION INSTRUCTIONS
1. Sow from January to May in trays of moist compost. In winter, ensure more daylight.
2. Sow thinly and cover with a fine layer of compost. Cover with glass, polythene or propagator lid.
3. Keep at +15-+20C. Seedlings appear in 14-28 days.