Botanical Alphabet Seed Pack - W - Wallflower

THE PLANT
Gorgeous, pleasantly-scented bright yellow-orange flowers on slender, dark-green foliage.
THE TYPE
A typeface inspired by the ghostly aesthetics of horror film posters from the 1970s and 1980s.
 
Name 
Wallflower
Variety 
Fair lady mixed
Latin name 
Erysimum cheiri
Seed quantity 
0,25 grams
Packet size
9 x 12,5 cm
Packet material
Made from paper produced using tomato waste fibers, it can be disposed of in biodegradable waste
Plant size
30-45 cm height, 25-35 cm spread
Container size
Minimum 20 cm diameter
 
Sowing
Outdoor Late spring or late summer
Indoor 6-8 weeks before last frost
Germination
Time 10-14 days
Temperature 15-20°C
How to sow
Direct sow Sow seeds on soil surface; press lightly but do not cover
Indoor Surface-sow in trays with good light exposure
Caring
Light Full sun to partial shade 
Watering Moderate; water when soil is dry to the touch 
Soil Well-drained, neutral to slightly alkaline
Feeding Light feeding in spring is sufficient
Growing tip
Wallflowers are hardy and can tolerate cool weather. Regular deadheading encourages more blooms throughout the season.
Harvesting
Harvest flowers when fully open for fresh arrangements. Wallflowers add fragrance and color to bouquets.