Brunfelsia latifolia | Yesterday Today Tomorrow

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Please read both the seed guide and the plant specific sowing instructions. If you are unsure of the best way to germinate the seeds, DO NOT SOW ALL THE SEEDS. Keep some in case the germination method you use doesn’t work. 

Cold stratify ALL perennials, shrub & tree seeds for at least 30 days unless the plant specific instructions indicate a longer period. 

If you are not ready to plant the seeds, keep it in the refrigerator (not freezer). 

BRUNFELSIA LATIFOLIA | YESTERDAY TODAY and TOMORROW

Seed Treatment (Preparation Before Sowing)

  • Scarification: Gently nick or sand the seed coat to help with water absorption.

  • Soaking: Soak seeds in warm water for 24 hours.

Sowing Instructions

  • Best Sowing Time:

    • Indoors: Start 6–8 weeks before the last frost.

    • Outdoors: Sow in spring or early summer in warm climates.

  • Seed Depth: Sow 1/4 inch (6 mm) deep in well-draining soil.

  • Soil: Use a rich, well-draining potting mix with peat, perlite, and compost.

  • Light Requirement: Partial shade to bright, indirect light.

  • Moisture: Keep soil evenly moist but not soggy.

  • Temperature: Maintain at 70–85°F (21–29°C) for optimal germination.

  • Germination Time:1 to 4 months, but can take longer.

Aftercare & Transplanting

  • Once seedlings have 2–3 true leaves, transplant them into individual pots or a warm, sheltered area.

  • Spacing: Keep 3–5 feet apart in the garden.

  • Watering: Water regularly but avoid waterlogging.

  • Fertilization: Use a balanced liquid fertilizer every 4–6 weeks.

  • Pruning: Trim lightly after flowering to promote bushy growth.

  • Blooming: Flowers appear in spring and summer, changing color from purple to lavender to white over a few days.

By following these steps, you’ll enjoy fragrant, colorful blooms that attract butterflies and pollinators! ???

Read the Seed Guide for Shrubs/Vines.

Botanical Name: Brunfelsia latifolia

Common Name: Yesterday Today Tomorrow, Kiss Me Quick

Type: Evergreen Shrub. Semi-deciduous in cooler climates

Flower Color: The flowers start as purple, fade to lavender or lilac the next day, and then turn to white on the third day.. The three colors are present at the same time.  

Flowering Season: Spring & Winter

Plant Height: 6-13 ft (2-4 m)

Plant Spread: 6 ft (2 m)

Light Requirements: Full Sun, Partial Shade

Water Requirements: Average, Moist

Soil Requirements: Well-drained. Average

USDA Zones: 9-12

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