Canary Creeper

40 seeds

How to Seed Canary Creeper (Tropaeolum peregrinum)

1. Best Time to Sow (Gulf Region):

   • Outdoors: From October to February, when the weather is mild (around 15–25°C / 59–77°F).

   • Indoors or nursery trays: From December to February for early transplanting.

   • Avoid sowing from April to September, as high temperatures and humidity prevent healthy growth.

2. Sowing Depth:
   Sow seeds 1 cm deep in moist, well-drained soil.
   Lightly cover with soil and press gently.

3. Soil:
   Prefers light, fertile, and well-drained soil enriched with compost.
   Ideal Gulf mix: 40% garden soil + 30% peat moss (or coco peat) + 20% perlite + 10% compost.
   Avoid heavy clay soils or poor drainage, as the plant dislikes soggy conditions.

4. Light & Temperature:

   • Germination temperature: 18–22°C (64–72°F).

   • Place in bright indirect light until germination.

   • After sprouting, move to a sunny location with light afternoon shade to protect from strong Gulf sunlight.

5. Germination Time:
   Seeds germinate in 10–20 days under warm, moist conditions.

6. Transplanting:

   • When seedlings reach 8–10 cm tall, transplant to their final spot or into large pots.

   • Space plants 25–30 cm apart to allow trailing and climbing growth.

   • Provide support such as a trellis, net, or fence for vines to climb.

7. Growing Tips for Gulf Climate:

   • Sunlight: Prefers full morning sun and light afternoon shade for best flowering.

   • Watering: Water regularly but moderately; keep soil moist without overwatering.

   • Feeding: Use a balanced fertilizer every 3–4 weeks during the growing season to encourage lush foliage and flowers.

   • Maintenance: Remove faded flowers to encourage continuous blooming.

   • The Canary Creeper produces delicate yellow, bird-like flowers with attractive trailing vines — perfect for trellises, fences, hanging baskets, and balconies.

   • Blooms from late winter through early summer in Gulf conditions.