Flowers
Orlaya grandiflora -
Attractive fern-like foliage and distinctive white flowers attractive to pollinators and excellent for cutting. Easy-to-grow with a long flowering period, it looks particularly ornamental combined with Phacelia or Nigella. Originates from the Mediterranean and grows well in a sunny spot with well-drained soil.
- Plant type
- Hardy Annual
- Position
- Full Sun
- Height
- 60cm
- Spread
- 25cm
Growing calendar
Sowing & growing
Sow under glass in March-May. Cover with a light sprinkling of compost. Propagate at 18°C and keep soil moist. Germination can be slow and seeds may need exposure to temperatures of -4°C-+4°C to break seed dormancy. When large enough to handle transplant seedlings. Acclimatise before planting out 30 cm apart. Can be sown directly Aug-Nov for flowering following year. In harsh Winters protect with a cloche.
Aftercare
Flowering period can be further extended by regular cutting of flowers and seedheads.
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