Blue Shrimp Plant seeds – Cerinthe Pride of Gibraltar flowering variety

Enhance your garden with Cerinthe Pride of Gibraltar, commonly known as Blue Shrimp Plant, renowned for its vibrant blue and purple blooms. These non-GMO seeds are easy to grow and perfect for garden beds, borders, and container planting, providing long-lasting, pollinator-friendly flowers.

Features:

• Produces striking blue and purple blooms with unique “shrimp-shaped” flowers
• Long-lasting flowering variety ideal for garden beds and containers
• Non-GMO seeds with reliable germination
• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators
• Adds vibrant color and ornamental appeal to any garden space

Specifications:

• Scientific Name: Cerinthe major ‘Pride of Gibraltar’
• Plant Type: Annual flowering plant
• Bloom Season: Late spring to summer
• USDA Zones: 9–11 (can be grown as an annual in cooler zones)
• Plant Height: 18–24 inches
• Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Type: Well-draining, fertile soil
• Watering: Moderate; maintain evenly moist soil
• Germination Time: 10–14 days

Planting Guide:

• Sow seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost or directly outdoors after frost passes.
• Lightly cover seeds and keep soil consistently moist until germination.
• Thin seedlings to 12–18 inches apart for optimal growth and airflow.
• Provide full sun to partial shade for vibrant, healthy blooms.
• Ideal for garden beds, cottage gardens, pollinator-friendly borders, and container plantings.
• Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous flowering.