Pembina Pink Lavatera Mix (Lavatera trimestris) - Another selection from Elsie Byrka's gardens in the Pembina Valley of southern Manitoba. The seed source actually comes from Black Lake, MB where Elsie discovered a beautiful stand of unmistakeable mostly hot pink blooms off the shoreline in the fall of 1991. These are sturdy plants with vibrant dark pink and a few white blooms beginning in the heat of summer and continuing well into very late fall. The pink colour darkens in late season as cooler nights arrive. On dry years, expect to see some very light pink/white blooms. Another survivor of Hurricane Fiona, remaining upright with only a slight list to the southeast! Lavatera has good pest and disease resistance and is highly attractive to hummingbirds, butterflies, and a wide array of beneficial insects. Enjoy the blooms!
30 seeds per packet $4.45
Growing Information: Start indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost, or direct sow outdoors in early spring when only light frost is still possible. If starting indoors, soil temperature should remain 21°C. Seeds will sprout in 15-20 days. Transplant after last frost, but do not disrupt the roots.
Days to Germination: 15 - 20
Plant Spacing: 12" - 24" (30cm - 60cm)
Plant Height: 30" - 36" (75cm - 90cm)
Features:
Hardiness Zones: Half Hardy Annual
Bloom Time: Mid-Summer to Fall
Light Requirements: Full Sun
Attracts Bees, Butterflies, & Hummingbirds
Pest & Disease Resistant
Great as Cut Flowers or Bouquets
