OSC Seeds Clarkia Double Mixed Pkg.

Approximately 700 seeds per package (1,300 seeds per gram)

Delightful, dainty double and semi-double flowers, about $2.5\text{ cm}$ wide, that resemble hollyhocks. Colours include pink, red, salmon and white. Growing to $60\text{ cm}$ in height, Clarkia makes an elegant statement in the garden and works nicely as a cut flower.

• Type: Open-Pollinated Annual Flower
• Height: $60\text{ cm}$
• Features: Dainty double flowers; elegant appearance; good cut flower.

Clarkia is an elegant annual that produces delicate, double blooms, perfect for adding grace to the garden and for use in fresh bouquets.

• Site Selection: Does best in sunny or mostly sunny locations. Some light afternoon shade will be beneficial in areas with very hot summer temperatures.
• Sowing Outdoors: Sow seed outdoors in mid-May, and once or twice more at two-week intervals. Plant seed $3\text{ mm}$ deep and keep the soil from drying out during the germination period.
• Upkeep: Germination occurs in $7-14\text{ days}$ (or $1-2\text{ weeks}$). Thin seedlings to $25\text{ cm}$ apart when they are $5\text{ cm}$ tall. For better flowering, keep plants slightly crowded and go easy on fertilizing. Keep plants evenly watered, especially in periods of drought. Flowering will slow down during periods of excessively hot weather.

If you’re seeking a delicate yet colourful annual with a charming, old-fashioned look, Double Mixed Clarkia is a superb choice. Its elegant, hollyhock-like flowers in a lovely mix of soft colours are wonderful for adding height and grace to borders, and they make an excellent, airy addition to your garden.