Plant family: Hydrophyllaceae

Genus: Nemophila

Species: menziesii

700 mg packet

Plant type: Annual

Colors: Blue with white centers

Bloom time: Mid spring - early fall.

Height: 6" - 12"

Light requirements: Full sun to partial shade.

Soil needs: Moderately fertile, well drained soil with a ph of 6.6-7.8.

Care: Plant established plants 6" - 12" apart. Root stimulator will encourage quicker rooting and stronger root system. Use a slow release fertilizer at planting time or begin using water-soluble fertilizer at planting time and continue to use every 3 weeks throughout the growing season. Apply 3 inches of vegetative mulch around plants in summer to help retain soil moisture. Dead head to keep plants neat and prevent self seeding. Remove plants in the fall.

Propagation: Sow indoors 6 - 8 weeks prior to last frost or sow directly to garden.Sprinkle seeds over soil mix and cover to a depth of 1/4". Thoroughly moisten soil and keep moist throughout germination. Soil should not be soggy.  Transplant to garden when all danger of frost is gone.