Blue Pimpernel Flower Seeds Anagallis monelli for Deer-Resistant Groundcover Planting

The Blue Pimpernel (Anagallis monelli) is an annual to perennial flowering plant admired for its vibrant blue blooms and low-growing, spreading habit. Perfect for groundcover, garden beds, borders, and rockeries, this variety adds bright color, visual interest, and natural charm to any landscape. Its easy-to-grow nature and deer-resistant foliage make it suitable for a wide range of gardens.

Features:

• Produces small, vivid blue star-shaped flowers
• Low-growing, spreading habit ideal for groundcover, borders, and rockeries
• Long flowering season from late spring through summer
• Easy-to-grow and low-maintenance
• Deer-resistant, ideal for wildlife-friendly gardens
• Perfect for decorative displays, patios, and container planting

Specifications:

• Scientific Name: Anagallis monelli
• Common Name: Blue Pimpernel Seeds
• Plant Type: Annual/Perennial (depends on climate)
• Plant Height: 4–8 inches (10–20 cm)
• Plant Spread: 12–18 inches (30–45 cm)
• Flower Colors: Blue
• Sun Exposure: Full Sun (6–8 hours daily)
• Soil Type: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil
• Watering: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established
• Germination Time: 10–14 days
• Blooming Season: Late Spring through Summer
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 9–11 (grown as annual in cooler zones)
• Sowing Method: Direct sow outdoors after last frost or start indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost
• Planting Depth: 1/8 inch (0.3 cm)
• Spacing: 12–18 inches (30–45 cm) apart
• Season: Best planted in Spring for full-season flowering

Planting Guide:

1. Select a sunny location with well-drained soil.
2. Sow seeds directly outdoors after the last frost or start indoors 6–8 weeks prior.
3. Cover seeds lightly with soil and maintain consistent moisture until germination.
4. Thin seedlings to allow proper spacing for healthy growth.
5. Water moderately and fertilize lightly to encourage dense, vibrant blooms.