Monkey flower Mix

3200 sedds

1. Best Time to Sow (Gulf Region):

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

   • Avoid sowing from April to September, as Gulf heat and humidity can hinder germination and scorch young plants.

   • Best grown during the cool, mild months of winter and early spring.

2. Sowing Depth:
   Monkey flower seeds are tiny — do not cover them with soil.
   Scatter the seeds on the moist soil surface and press lightly to ensure good contact.
   Mist gently with water to keep the surface damp.

3. Soil:
   Prefers light, rich, and well-drained soil with consistent moisture.
   Ideal Gulf mix: 40% peat moss + 30% garden soil + 20% perlite + 10% compost.
   Keep soil evenly moist, not soggy — dryness can stop germination.

4. Light & Temperature:

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

   • Requires bright indirect light or filtered sun — seeds need light to germinate.

   • In the Gulf, provide morning sun and partial shade after noon to protect from strong sunlight.

5. Germination Time:
   Seeds germinate in 10–20 days under mild and consistently moist conditions.

6. Transplanting:

   • When seedlings are 5–7 cm tall, transplant carefully into pots or garden beds.

   • Space plants 20–25 cm apart to allow full, bushy growth.

   • Handle gently, as Monkey Flower roots are delicate.

7. Growing Tips for Gulf Climate:

   • Sunlight: Prefers morning sun with afternoon shade, especially in hotter coastal areas.

   • Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist, especially during dry periods. Avoid full drying out.

   • Feeding: Apply a mild liquid fertilizer every 3–4 weeks to encourage continuous blooms.

   • Maintenance: Remove faded flowers regularly (deadhead) to promote new blooms and prolong flowering.

   • The Monkey Flower Mix produces vibrant trumpet-shaped blooms in shades of yellow, orange, red, and pink — perfect for borders, hanging baskets, and containers.

   • Blooms from late winter to early summer in the Gulf.