Birds eye(common name)
Plant family: Polemoniaceae
Genus: Gilla
Species: tri color
250 mg packet
Plant type: Annual
Colors: Lavender and white with golden throats
Bloom time: Late spring - early fall
Height: 12" - 18"
Light requirements: Full sun
Soil needs: Moderately fertile ( not too rich ), well drained soil with a ph of 5.5-7.5.
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. Shear back after first bloom to encourage re-blooming.
Propagation: Sprinkle seeds over soil mix. Leave exposed to light, do not cover. Thoroughly moisten soil and keep moist throughout germination. Soil should not be soggy. Transplant to garden when all danger of frost is gone.
