Godetia 'Sybil Sherwood'

1000 seeds

How to Seed Godetia ‘Sybil Sherwood’ (Godetia grandiflora)

1. Best Time to Sow (Gulf Region):

   • Outdoors: From October to February, when daytime temperatures range between 15–25°C (59–77°F).

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

   • Avoid sowing during April–September, as high heat prevents germination and reduces flower quality.

2. Sowing Depth:
   Sow seeds 0.5 cm deep in moist soil. Cover lightly and press gently.
   Godetia prefers direct sowing, as its roots are sensitive to disturbance.

3. Soil:
   Prefers light, well-drained, fertile soil enriched with compost.
   Ideal Gulf mix: 40% garden soil + 30% peat moss + 20% perlite + 10% compost.
   Avoid heavy or compact soils, which may hold excess moisture.

4. Light & Temperature:

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

   • Requires full sun for best flowering.

   • In the Gulf, provide full morning sun and light afternoon shade to protect from harsh midday heat.

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

6. Transplanting:

   • If started indoors, transplant seedlings carefully when 8–10 cm tall.

   • Space plants 20–25 cm apart to allow air circulation and healthy growth.

   • Harden seedlings gradually before full exposure to sun.

7. Growing Tips for Gulf Climate:

   • Sunlight: Prefers full sun but tolerates light shade in hot Gulf afternoons.

   • Watering: Keep soil moderately moist; water early morning or evening. Avoid overwatering.

   • Feeding: Apply a balanced liquid fertilizer every 3–4 weeks during the growing and flowering season.

   • Maintenance: Remove faded flowers to encourage continuous blooming.

   • The ‘Sybil Sherwood’ variety produces beautiful rose-pink blooms with soft, satiny petals, ideal for borders, pots, and cut flower arrangements.

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