Golden Bartonia - Lindley's Blazing Star (Mentzelia lindleyi) An annual species native to western regions of North America and often referred to as evening star or Lindley’s Blazing Star, this star-shaped flower has a bright yellow sheen and highly noticeable gold stamens in its center. Plants reach 20-30 inches and prefer drier, very well-drained soils. The blooming period tends to be highest in early morning and again in the late afternoon - early evening. Will produce up to 40 flowers per plant in ideal conditions. Fragrant flowers are roughly 3-3.5 inches with five pedals and highly sought after by honey bees!
50 seeds per packet $4.45
Growing Instructions: Start indoors 10-12 weeks before last spring frost. Surface sow and lightly cover. Add humidity dome and remove after germination. Keep at 15-20°C. If no germination occurs after 20 days, refrigerate for 10-14 days. Can also be directly sown outdoors in winter or late fall.
