Seeds of flowers Mimulus "Magic", Hellou, Sem. ALT, c/n, 10 pcs

An attractive fast -growing plant. Ground both in open ground and as a potter. It forms a compact bush with a height and width of 20-25 cm. The leaves are ovate, jagged along the edge. The stems are erect, branched, covered with large, up to 4 cm in diameter, flowers of saturated wine-red color.

The Magic series is distinguished by a short period of cultivation (only 7 weeks from sowing to the start of budding), magnificent abundant flowering, and also The ability of plants to withstand small frosts up to -4 ° C. Heat and moisture-loving plant, does not carry scorching sunlight. Prefers to the partial, protected areas on slightly acidic loose loamy soils with high humidity.

Crops for seedlings are carried out in late March - early April. It is better to use universal soil with coconut fiber and perlite as a substrate, adding a little pure sand. Seeds are distributed on the surface of the substrate without closing, and slightly sprayed with water at room temperature. The container is covered with glass. The room temperature should be at least +18 ° C. Every day, glass is removed for ventilation of crops.

The first sprouts appear after 4-8 days, the shelter is removed and the container is placed in a well-lit cool place (+10-12 ° C), avoiding direct sunlight. The soil must constantly be moderately wet. In the stage of 3 real leaves, seedlings dive into separate peat pots. Seedlings are planted in the ground in late May along with pots. The landing interval is 20-25 cm. The first wave of flowering in June-July, then the plants must be cut. The second wave of flowering, as a rule, is more abundant and longer than the first. It is possible to preserve plants in the winter period in indoor conditions.