Globe Gilia Seeds
- HOW TO GROW
- FAST FACTS
- REVIEWS
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Direct sow in late fall, planting just below the surface. For spring planting, mix the Gilia Capitata seed with moist sand and store it in the refrigerator for 30 days; To start indoors, sow Globe Gilia Seeds in a flat or individual peat pots 6-8 weeks before the last frost; keep the soil lightly moist and at a temperature of 70 degrees F until germination, which usually occurs within two weeks. When the weather has warmed and the seedlings are well established, transplant outdoors.
Growing: Keep the soil moist as the seedlings develop, which will happen rather slowly at first. Mature plants tolerate drought well, preferring hot and dry conditions; do not overwater, since this can cause disease. This plant adapts well to areas with rocky or sandy soil. It will self-sow, and is extremely attractive to butterflies and bees.
Harvesting: For fresh flowers, cut long stems of flowers that have just opened and place them in water immediately; strip the leaves that will fall below the water.
Seed Saving: After blooming, the globe-shaped flowers will become dry and light brown. Each tiny flower becomes a capsule that opens to reveal several brown seeds; cut the ripened heads or simply shake the entire plant over a container to remove the seeds. Store the cleaned Globe Gilia Seeds in a cool, dry place.
FAST FACTS
Common Names: Bluehead Gilla
Latin Name: Gilia capitata
Species Origin: US Native Wildflower
Type: Native Wildflowers
Life Cycle: Annual
USDA Zones: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
US Regions: California, Mountain, Arid/Desert, Plains/Texas, Midwest, Northern, Northeast, Southeast
Seeds per Ounce: 54,000
Stratification: No Stratification
Germination Ease: No Stratification
Sunlight: Full Sun, Part Sun
Height: 18 Inches
Color: Blue
Bloom Season: Blooms Late Spring, Blooms Early Summer
Prompt
Haven't planted these yet since we ordered after planting season. They came promptly and the packaging is impressive! We are excited to see these in the Spring. The company was great to deal with and the words of encouragement were appreciated!
Bee Magnet's!
Germination rate and quality 5 stars! Well, I might add I do cheat sometimes and stick them in the fridge for a month before I sow them.
Good seeds, bad proselytizing
The seeds are great, and the flowers are great. I could really do without the Bible quotes on the seed packets, though. Some of us are not Christian and don't appreciate having the credit for these beautiful flowers given to the Christian deity when we feel the credit is due elsewhere.
Globe Gilia seeds
I am very pleased with the seeds I received from Everwilde Farms. I will continue to buy seeds frkm Everwilde Farms
DESCRIPTION
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Direct sow in late fall, planting just below the surface. For spring planting, mix the Gilia Capitata seed with moist sand and store it in the refrigerator for 30 days; To start indoors, sow Globe Gilia Seeds in a flat or individual peat pots 6-8 weeks before the last frost; keep the soil lightly moist and at a temperature of 70 degrees F until germination, which usually occurs within two weeks. When the weather has warmed and the seedlings are well established, transplant outdoors.
Growing: Keep the soil moist as the seedlings develop, which will happen rather slowly at first. Mature plants tolerate drought well, preferring hot and dry conditions; do not overwater, since this can cause disease. This plant adapts well to areas with rocky or sandy soil. It will self-sow, and is extremely attractive to butterflies and bees.
Harvesting: For fresh flowers, cut long stems of flowers that have just opened and place them in water immediately; strip the leaves that will fall below the water.
Seed Saving: After blooming, the globe-shaped flowers will become dry and light brown. Each tiny flower becomes a capsule that opens to reveal several brown seeds; cut the ripened heads or simply shake the entire plant over a container to remove the seeds. Store the cleaned Globe Gilia Seeds in a cool, dry place.
FAST FACTS
Common Names: Bluehead Gilla
Latin Name: Gilia capitata
Species Origin: US Native Wildflower
Type: Native Wildflowers
Life Cycle: Annual
USDA Zones: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
US Regions: California, Mountain, Arid/Desert, Plains/Texas, Midwest, Northern, Northeast, Southeast
Seeds per Ounce: 54,000
Stratification: No Stratification
Germination Ease: No Stratification
Sunlight: Full Sun, Part Sun
Height: 18 Inches
Color: Blue
Bloom Season: Blooms Late Spring, Blooms Early Summer
Reviews
Review
Prompt
Haven't planted these yet since we ordered after planting season. They came promptly and the packaging is impressive! We are excited to see these in the Spring. The company was great to deal with and the words of encouragement were appreciated!
Review
Bee Magnet's!
Germination rate and quality 5 stars! Well, I might add I do cheat sometimes and stick them in the fridge for a month before I sow them.
Review
Good seeds, bad proselytizing
The seeds are great, and the flowers are great. I could really do without the Bible quotes on the seed packets, though. Some of us are not Christian and don't appreciate having the credit for these beautiful flowers given to the Christian deity when we feel the credit is due elsewhere.
Review
Globe Gilia seeds
I am very pleased with the seeds I received from Everwilde Farms. I will continue to buy seeds frkm Everwilde Farms