Slipper Flower (Calceolaria Herbeohybrida Fashion Mix) - What an exceptional little annual this is! Easily grown from Slipper Flower seeds, it is an exotic plant that is a favorite of many gardeners. Well-known for its large, puffed up blooms, Calceolaria is commonly referred to by many names: Lady Slipper, Slipper Flower, Pocketbook Plant, or Slipperwort. It is a treasured flower to Victorian era gardeners with its cheerful, dotted blooms.

Slipperwort Calceolaria is compact and easy to grow from flower seeds. It is delicate preferring a cool summer with regular watering. When temperatures begin to drop, bring Slipper Flower plants indoors and find a sunny window for them to sit in. Calceolaria Lady Slipper plants need moist but well-draining soil. Water the plant at the base as water drops can permanently spot the blossoms. When grown indoors, Slipper Flower will grow as a biennial.

SOWING:
Season: Annual
Height: 12 inches (30 cm)
Bloom Season: Late spring to early fall
Bloom Color: Mix
Environment: Full sun to partial shade
Soil Type: Well drained soil, pH 6.1 - 7.5
Deer Resistant: Yes
House Plant: Yes
Latin Name: Calceolaria Herbeohybrida
Planting Directions
Temperature: 20 - 22C (68 - 72F)
Average Germ Time: 8 - 10 days
Light Required: Yes
Depth: Surface sow seed, do not cover
Moisture: Keep seeds moist until germination
Plant Spacing: 6 inches (15 cm)

Sow Slipper Flower seeds indoors in small peat pots. Use quality starter mix that is well-draining. Pre-moisten the mix, sow the Calceolaria seeds on the surface but do not cover. Use a spray bottle to mist the seeds to keep them moist but not saturated.

SHIPPING
Estimate delivery time is 5 to 8 weeks

PACKAGE
1 Lot Seeds (approx. 200 seeds)