Purple Toadflax - Linaria purpurea

Purple toadflax (Linaria purpurea) is an elegant, upright perennial with delicate, purple flower spikes that appear from June to September. This robust and easy-care plant reaches a height of 60–100 cm and brings lightness to perennial beds, natural plantings, and wildflower meadows. Linaria purpurea is also extremely attractive to bees and butterflies.

The purple toadflax (Linaria purpurea) impresses with its graceful appearance and versatility. It lends a light, natural structure to flowerbeds and brings color and life to the garden. It is a particularly welcome addition to natural designs and flower meadows.

Details:
Sowing indoors/greenhouse: February to March
Sowing outdoors: April to May
Germination time: 14–21 days at 15–20 °C
Sowing depth: Cover seeds only lightly with soil
Height: 60–100 cm
Planting distance: 30 cm
Flowering time: June to September
Soil: Permeable, humus-rich, dry to fresh
Fertilization: Organic fertilizer, sparingly
Location: Sun to partial shade
Water requirement: Low; avoid waterlogging

Growing tips:
Light germinator. Sow at temperatures of 15–20°C and keep evenly moist. After germination, store in a cooler location.
Linaria purpurea thrives in well-drained, slightly dry to moist soils and prefers sunny to partially shaded locations. Pruning after flowering encourages a second bloom and promotes compact growth. The plant is hardy and requires no special protection.

Use:
Bee pasture
rock garden
cut flower

Bag contents:
Approx. 200 seeds
Store in a cool, dry place.