Five Spot Seeds for Vibrant, Eye-Catching Blooms

Product details
Five Spot (Nemophila maculata) is a charming cool-season annual wildflower native to California, noted for its delicate white, bowl-shaped flowers each marked with a single, rounded purple spot on the tip of each petal—hence the name "Five Spot." These compact, low-growing plants form dense mounds 6-12 inches tall and wide, creating stunning ground cover and attracting pollinators such as bees and butterflies.

How to grow Five Spot
Sow seeds in well-prepared soil in early spring or fall in USDA zones 7-13. Seeds require light to germinate, so press lightly onto soil surface without covering. Maintain cool, moist conditions with soil temperatures around 55-65°F (13-18°C). Thin seedlings to 10-12 inches apart for best plant vigor and flowering.

Germination process
Seeds typically germinate within 7-14 days. They perform best in cooler seasons and tolerate partial shade to full sun depending on climate conditions.

Growing conditions
Thrives in USDA zones 3-9. Prefers cool, moist, well-drained soils that are not overly rich in nutrients. Performs best in areas with milder summers, with some afternoon shade in warmer zones to prevent stress.

Planting tips
Mass sowing creates the best visual effect for groundcover and meadows. Mulch lightly to conserve moisture and suppress weeds. Deadhead to encourage constant blooming if desired.

Key benefits & uses
Distinctive flower markings create visual interest and charm. Excellent for naturalized meadows, rock gardens, borders, containers, and pollinator gardens.

Best uses in garden & landscape
Ideal for wildflower gardens, ornamental ground cover, cottage gardens, rockeries, and patio containers.

Conclusion
Heirloom Five Spot seeds (Nemophila maculata) offer gardeners a unique and attractive early spring wildflower with eye-catching patterned blooms and easy-care growth in cool climates.

FAQs:

1. How long do Five Spot seeds take to germinate?
   Answer: Generally 7 to 14 days under cool, moist conditions.

2. What soil and light conditions are best?
   Answer: Well-drained moist soil with full sun to partial shade.

3. How far apart to space seedlings?
   Answer: Thin to 10-12 inches apart.

4. What climate suits Five Spot best?
   Answer: Cooler climates with mild summers; partial shade in hotter areas.

5. Where are best garden locations?
   Answer: Borders, rock gardens, naturalized meadows, and containers.