Dwarf Heliotrope Marine

130 seeds

How to Seed Dwarf Heliotrope ‘Marine’ (Heliotropium arborescens)

1. Sowing Time:
   Sow seeds indoors from February to April, about 8–10 weeks before the last frost. Transplant outdoors when temperatures remain above 10 °C (50 °F) at night.

2. Sowing Depth:
   Sow seeds on the surface of moist seed compost and press lightly. Do not cover, as light helps germination.

3. Soil:
   Use fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter. Heliotrope prefers loamy or sandy soil that retains moisture but drains well.

4. Light & Temperature:
   Place the tray in a bright, warm location with temperatures between 20–24 °C (68–75 °F). Maintain good air circulation.

5. Germination Time:
   Seeds usually germinate in 21–30 days, sometimes longer if temperatures fluctuate.

6. Transplanting:
   When seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant them into individual pots. Harden off gradually before planting outdoors, spacing 25–30 cm apart in full sun or light shade.

7. Growing Tips:

   • Keep soil consistently moist but never waterlogged.

   • Apply a balanced liquid fertilizer every 2–3 weeks during growth.

   • Remove faded blooms to encourage new flower clusters.

   • The ‘Marine’ variety produces compact plants with rich violet-blue, fragrant flower clusters, perfect for pots, borders, and balcony gardens.

   • Blooms from late spring to autumn, attracting butterflies and pollinators.