Quick Facts
Scientific Name | Senecio cineraria |
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Colour | Light blue |
Days To Maturity | 90 – 120 days |
Seeds Per Packet | 50 |
Sowing Time | Throughout the year |
Life Cycle | Annual |
Price
ZAR65.00
Dusty Miller New Look
Large, deeply-lobed, flat leaves. The silvery foliage has become very popular as an elegant cut-flower filler in flower arrangements.
Colour |
Light blue
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Scientific Name |
Senecio cineraria
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Height |
40cm - 60cm
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Days To Maturity |
90 – 120 days
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Life Cycle |
Annual
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Light Preferences |
Full Sun
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Sowing Time |
Throughout the year
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Days To Germination |
7 - 14 days
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Planting Space |
25cm
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Planting Tip |
Sow on the top of the mix and cover with a very thin layer of germination mix. Misting will be best to not displace seeds. Keep moist till seeds germinate. Plant out after 6-8 weeks
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Pinch |
Pinching is not necessary
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Seeds Per Packet |
50
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Uses |
Excellent bedding plant, great for mixed containers, and fresh cut filler
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Netting |
No plant netting needed
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Harvesting Tips |
Harvest during the coolest part of the day and place directly into water
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Germination |
Intermediate
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