Silver Maritime Cineraria – 10 Seeds, Silver-Gray Foliage, Unique Contrast, Perennial, Easy to Grow, High Germination, Non-GMO

Get ready to transform your garden space with Silver Cineraria Maritime, an excellent choice for those looking to add a touch of elegance and unique color contrast to their garden. These ornamental vegetable seeds are ideal for gardeners of all levels, from beginner to expert, thanks to their ease of growth and reliability. Cineraria Maritime is renowned for its striking, velvety, deeply lobed, silvery-gray foliage, which creates a striking visual impact and pairs beautifully with brightly colored plants. We offer non-GMO seeds with high germination rates, ensuring a strong start for your perennials. In-depth technical details: Botanical name: Senecio cineraria (also known as Jacobaea maritima) Seed quantity: Package containing 10 seeds of Cineraria Marittima Argentata Plant Type and Crop Cycle: Perennial in areas with mild winters (USDA zones 8-10), but often grown as an annual in colder climates for its exceptional foliage. Plant height: Typically reaches a height of 30-60 cm with a similar spread, forming a compact, branched bush. Uses: Extremely versatile for borders, flowerbeds, rock gardens, pots, and containers. Perfect for creating focal points or as a contrasting plant in floral arrangements, both in the ground and in pots. Tasting Notes: Its main asset is its foliage, characterized by thick, velvety leaves with a deep silver-gray color reminiscent of felt. The leaves are deeply incised and lobed, giving the plant a rich, ornamental texture. It produces small, yellow, daisy-like flowers in summer, which are often removed to emphasize the beauty of the foliage. Hardiness and Origin: A robust plant that is drought tolerant once established. Native to the rocky coasts of the Mediterranean, it is well adapted to full sun and poor soil conditions. Sowing time: Spring sowing is recommended, from March to May. For early growth, sow indoors 8-10 weeks before the last frost. Harvest/Flowering Period: Flowers appear in summer, but the plant is prized for its decorative foliage throughout the growing season, from spring to autumn. Optimal conditions for germination: Requires a constant soil temperature between 18°C ​​and 24°C. Light is necessary for germination, so the seeds should be gently pressed onto the surface of the soil without being completely covered. Soil type: Prefers well-drained soil, even poor, sandy, or gravelly. Avoid waterlogging. Recommended exposure: Full sun is ideal for achieving the most intense silver-gray color and preventing the plants from stretching. Tolerant of partial shade, but with less vibrant color. Germination time: Seeds generally germinate in 7-21 days, depending on environmental conditions and temperature. Pot or ground cultivation: Excellent both for growing in the ground, where it forms spectacular borders and flowerbeds, and in pots, creating elegant and long-lasting compositions. Quality Specifications: Non-GMO (non-genetically modified) seeds and selected to ensure high germination, for your peace of mind and success in growing. Choosing Silver Cineraria Maritime means investing in beauty and resilience for your garden. These organic garden seeds (although ornamental, they benefit from the same quality standards) promise plants of extraordinary beauty, easy maintenance, and a strong visual impact. Its easy growth and ability to withstand challenging conditions make it a perfect candidate for those seeking spectacular results without excessive commitment. Add a touch of light and texture to your landscape with this silvery-foliaged perennial and enjoy the versatility and elegance that only Cineraria Maritime can offer.