Mertensia maritima
OYSTER PLANT
(leaves taste of oysters, honestly!). Pale blue leaves on trailing stems. Clear blue forgetmenot-like flowers. Needs sun & good drainage. Protect from slugs 3" x 18"
| Hardiness: | Hardy |
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| Longevity: | Perennial |
| Habit: | Prostrate |
| Growing Condition: | Dry sun |
| Season: | Early summer |
| Good For: | Edible |
| Flower Colour: | Blue |
| Foliage Colour: | Silver |
| Germination: | Sow in autumn, overwinter outdoors, germinates in spring. Or mix seed with damp vermiculite, keep warm 3 weeks, put in fridge 6 weeks, then sprinkle mix on compost and put in cool light place |
Seed
20 seeds per pack (approx).
Available as...
| Seed | Price: £3.00 per pack of 20* | Qty: | Add to Basket | ||
| Nursery Plant | Must be purchased direct from the nursery. | ||||
*Seed numbers are approximate.
