Invite a touch of delicate, airy charm to your garden with Bird's Eye. This lovely heirloom wildflower is a true delight, producing a flurry of intricate, tri-colored blooms in shades of lavender, white, and yellow with a distinctive dark purple ring. The flowers are held on slender stems, creating a gentle, rustling tapestry of color that weaves beautifully between larger plants. A California native, Bird's Eye is easy to grow, reseeds politely, and is a favorite of native bees.
⭐ What you'll love
Beautiful and intricate tri-colored flowers that are a marvel up close.
A light, airy texture that is perfect for filling gaps in garden beds.
A low-maintenance native wildflower that is very easy to grow.
A wonderful plant for attracting native bees and other pollinators.
🌿 Seed details
Plant Name: Bird's Eye (Gilia tricolor)
Seed Quantity: Approx. 100 seeds
Type: Heirloom, Open Pollinated, Non-GMO
Lifecycle: Annual
Height: 12-24 inches
Days to Maturity: 60-75 days
USDA Zone: 3-10
Origin: American Grown
🌱 Growing instructions
Sowing: Direct sow seeds outdoors in the fall or early spring. This wildflower does not require stratification and performs best when sown directly.
Depth: Plant seeds 1/8 inch deep.
Spacing: Space or thin plants to 6-12 inches apart.
Light Requirement: Full Sun to Light Shade.
Soil: Prefers well-draining, sandy or loamy soil.
Watering: Keep soil moist until germination. Mature plants are drought tolerant.
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Includes full, detailed growing instructions.
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