Common Name: Didiscus Lacy White
Scientific Name: Trachymene coerulea
Life Cycle: Annual
Remarks: Pure white, 5cm blooms are held aloft on stiff stems.
Flowers have a mild, clean fragrance and delicate appearance.
Plant habit is branching and upright with few leaves.
Plants produce blooms for up to two months
Plant Height: Up to 60cm
Season: Late Winter, Spring and Early Summer
Sowing Depth + Method: Sow after last frost. Cover seeds 3mm deep as darkness aids germination.
While transplanting is possible, plants dislike root disturbance so take care when transferring to the garden.
Spacing: 20cm
Position: Sun/Part Shade
Days until Germination: 14-21 days @ 21-22°C
Seed to Bloom: 95-100 days
Harvest: Fresh: When 1/2 the flowers on the umbel have opened.
Approx. Number of Seeds: 50