Hare's Ear

220 seeds

How to Seed Hare’s Ear (Bupleurum rotundifolium ‘Griffithii’)

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 spring transplanting.

   • Avoid sowing in April to September, as Gulf heat reduces germination and weakens seedlings.

2. Sowing Depth:
   Sow seeds 0.5 cm deep in moist, well-drained soil.
   Lightly cover with fine soil and mist with water to maintain even moisture.

3. Soil:
   Prefers light, well-drained soil enriched with compost or organic matter.
   Ideal Gulf mix: 40% garden soil + 30% peat moss + 20% perlite + 10% compost.
   Avoid clay-heavy or waterlogged soils.

4. Light & Temperature:

   • Germination temperature: 15–20°C (59–68°F).

   • Requires full sun to partial shade — best in full morning sun with protection from harsh afternoon heat.

   • Cool, bright conditions encourage compact, healthy growth.

5. Germination Time:
   Seeds germinate in 14–21 days under consistent moisture and moderate temperatures.

6. Transplanting:

   • If sown indoors, transplant seedlings when they are 8–10 cm tall.

   • Space plants 20–25 cm apart for good air circulation and natural form.

   • Handle seedlings gently to avoid damaging their taproots.

7. Growing Tips for Gulf Climate:

   • Sunlight: Prefers bright full sun in winter and light shade in spring.

   • Watering: Keep soil slightly moist; water deeply once or twice per week depending on temperature.

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

   • Maintenance: Remove any yellow leaves and provide good air flow to prevent fungal issues.

   • The Hare’s Ear is prized for its unique chartreuse-green bracts and round bluish-green leaves, excellent as a cut flower and filler plant in floral arrangements.

   • Blooms from late winter through early summer in the Gulf region.