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Open pollinated seeds
When to plant: Spring, once frost risk has passed.
Germination: 14 – 21 days at 15 – 21°C. Seeds need light to germinate – sow directly onto the surface of moist seed-raising mix and press in gently. Do not cover. Keep soil consistently moist for at least 3 weeks until germination occurs.
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Position: Full sun, well-drained soil – tolerates poor and dry soils well
Plant height: Up to 2m in flower
Spacing: 30 – 90cm apart depending on variety
Life cycle: Biennial – forms a large rosette of soft, silver-green leaves in year one, then sends up tall flowering spikes in year two. Self-seeds freely once established.
Sowing method: Sow direct or raise in tall pots (mullein develops a deep taproot and dislikes root disturbance). If starting in pots, transplant while still very young. Do not grow on until root-bound.
Good to know: A striking architectural plant beloved by bees and other pollinators. Flowers can be left to self-seed for a self-sustaining patch, or deadheaded to extend the plant’s life. Traditionally used as a medicinal herb.
A unique heirloom onion that multiplies underground and produces clusters of small bulbils on top of tall stems. As the stems arch and touch the ground, the bulbils take root – hence the name “walking” onion. Plant one bulb and you can have a lifetime supply.
When to plant: Autumn through winter. In Central Victoria, plant from April to July.
Planting depth: 3cm deep with the pointed tip just below the soil surface. Space bulbs 15 – 40cm apart – closer spacing for harvesting greens, wider for larger bulbs.
Open pollinated seeds
When to plant: Spring through early summer, once all frost risk has passed. In Central Victoria, sow from September onwards. In cooler areas wait until October – November when soil has warmed.
Germination: 7 – 14 days at 21 – 30°C. Sow direct into the garden 10mm deep. Sunflowers dislike root disturbance, so direct sowing is preferred over raising in trays.
Available in Stainless Steel, or Black Powder coated. Both with Galvanised metal stakes for durability.
Plate size is 9cm x 3cm, overall height is 27cm.
I recommend a quick clean of the surface, before writing in a Sharpie Extreme or Paint Pen for longer lasting labels.
Open pollinated seeds
When to plant: Spring through early summer, after all frost risk has passed. Can be started indoors 6 – 8 weeks before last frost for an earlier display. Seeds can also be direct sown into warm soil once temperatures are consistently above 18°C.
Germination: 4 – 10 days at 24 – 28°C. Sow seeds 1cm deep in moist seed-raising mix. Keep warm – a heat mat or warm windowsill speeds things up. Once shoots emerge, move to a bright position to prevent leggy seedlings.