Features of the Rural Flower Wave (Ländliche Blütenwelle):
An arrangement of flowers that are highly resistant to heat and drought. Blooms from June to frost in orange, red, yellow and white. It covers the soil well and is an excellent food source for beneficial insects.
Composition:
Butterfly blossom (Cosmos), cornflower (Centaurea), maidenhair (Coreopsis), copper flower (Zinnia) are among the ingredients in the mix. It requires humusy, well-drained soil.
Yield:
40 g seed (enough for 30-40 m²) + 100 g of spreading aid
Cultivation:
Sowing:
To plant the seeds, first loosen the soil of empty beds thoroughly so that the roots can develop easily. Add compost or organic manure to increase the nutrient content of the soil. Spread the seeds over the soil surface, following the planting distances and depths indicated on the packet. Then gently cover the seeds with a thin layer of soil and water the area carefully. Keep the soil moist during germination and ensure that the young plants have adequate light and protection from pests.
Sowing time:
In the open ground in April.
Sowing depth:
1 - 2 cm
Spacing:
Not relevant, broadcast sowing.
Germination:
8-10 days at 15-20°C
Plant height:
100 - 150 cm
Flowering time:
VI - X.
