Limnanthes douglasii (Poached Egg Plant)

Seed Treatment

  • Soaking: Soak the seeds in lukewarm water for 6–12 hours before planting.

Sowing Instructions

Direct Sowing (Recommended)

  1. Timing: Sow seeds in early spring after the last frost or in fall in mild climates.

  2. Location: Choose a full sun to partial shade area with moist, well-draining soil.

  3. Sowing Depth: 1/4 inch (6 mm) deep—lightly cover with soil.

  4. Spacing: Scatter seeds 2–4 inches apart or broadcast over an area for a naturalized look.

  5. Watering: Keep soil consistently moist until seedlings establish.

Indoor Sowing (For Early Blooms)

  1. Timing: Start indoors 4–6 weeks before the last frost.

  2. Container & Soil: Use a well-draining seed-starting mix in seed trays or pots.

  3. Light & Temperature: Provide bright indirect light and keep temperatures at 15–20°C (59–68°F).

  4. Transplanting: Once seedlings are 2–3 inches tall, transplant them outdoors after hardening off.

Germination & Growth

  • Germination Time: 14-28 days.

  • Watering: Keep the soil moist but not soggy—drought-tolerant once established.

  • Bloom Time: Blooms late spring to early summer, producing fragrant yellow-and-white cup-shaped flowers.

  • Soil Requirements: Prefers moist, fertile, well-draining soil but tolerates poor soil.

  • Self-Seeding: Will self-sow and return year after year in suitable conditions.

Limnanthes douglasii is a pollinator-friendly plant that attracts bees and butterflies, making it an excellent choice for wildflower gardens, borders, and pollinator-friendly landscapes!

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