It germinates quickly in about two weeks but grows at a moderate rate after that.
The sunnier the spot, the more flowers your plant will produce and the bushier it will become.
Flower of Bristol planted in a shady area will grow leggy and long.
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Soil
Good soil drainage is required to grow the flower of Bristol successfully.
This plant can tolerate mildly acidic or alkaline soils with a pH of 6.5 to 7.5.
Water
The flower of Bristol grows best in evenly moist soil.
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Temperature and Humidity
Flower of Bristol favors conditions similar to those found in the Mediterranean.
Mild winters and hot and somewhat humid days allow this plant to thrive best.
An occasional feeding ofcompostshould be sufficient for maintaining plant health.
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Propagating Flower of Bristol
Flower of Bristol plants are grown from seeds.
you might also transplant a flower of Bristol plant purchased from a garden center or nursery in the spring.
Sow seeds directly into your garden in late spring, covering them with 1/8 inch of fineloam.
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Seeds should germinate in two to three weeks.
Once indoor seedlings begin to show, transplant them outside after frost has passed.
Common Pests & Plant Diseases
Flower of Bristol are are disease- and pest-resistant.
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They do, however,attract hummingbirds,butterflies, and bees.
How Long Does Flower of Bristol Bloom?
The blooming period for Flower of Bristol lasts for about two to three weeks.
What Does Flower of Bristol’s Flowers Look and Smell Like?
Flower of Bristol features a cross-shaped design of four to five petals that grow in clusters.
They commonly bloom scarlet red, white, or pink and do not have a scent.
To avoid drooping, provide support with stakes or surround the perennial with low-lying plants like peonies.
Clumps can be divided in spring or early fall.
Lift the clump out of the grand and shake off the excess soil so you could see the roots.
Use two garden forks or a sharp shovel to divide the plant into three to five sections.
The plant is deer- and rabbit-resistant.
