{"product_id":"fothergills-cerinthe-major-purpurascens-seeds","title":"Fothergill's Cerinthe Major Purpurascens Seeds","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eDetails:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/b\u003e Cerinthe major Purpurascens (Boraginaceae), commonly known as Greater Honeywort.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePlant Class:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardy Annual, growing rapidly from seed to produce a full display of blooms in its very first season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eExotic Visual Appeal:\u003c\/b\u003e Showcases an unusual, sophisticated colour palette featuring smooth, fleshy grey-green foliage that transitions into intense midnight-blue bracts and tubular purple flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePollinator Magnet:\u003c\/b\u003e Exceptionally high in natural nectar, making it irresistibly attractive to bumblebees, honeybees, and butterflies throughout the summer months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGrowth Habit \u0026amp; Size:\u003c\/b\u003e Develops a well-branched, medium-sized upright habit, reaching an ideal mid-border height of 60cm (24in).\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHistorical Origin:\u003c\/b\u003e The name Cerinthe stems from the Greek words \u003ci\u003ekeros\u003c\/i\u003e (wax) and \u003ci\u003eanthos\u003c\/i\u003e (flower), born from an ancient belief that bees collected wax from the blossoms to build their hives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUndemanding Nature:\u003c\/b\u003e Despite its rare, tropical appearance, it is incredibly tough, highly adaptable, and thrives effortlessly across most soil types.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eCare Instructions:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSowing Position:\u003c\/b\u003e Sow the large, easy-to-handle seeds directly into finely raked garden soil or starting pots. Position in a bright, open area that receives full sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGermination Tip:\u003c\/b\u003e Soak the seeds in tepid water for a few hours prior to sowing to help soften the hard outer shell and accelerate sprouting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Deadhead spent flowers regularly to prolong the blooming season, or allow the plants to drop seed naturally at the end of autumn to enjoy a free return display next spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Fothergill's","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57555956105599,"sku":"FTG-46980","price":3.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0305\/7713\/1659\/files\/Fothergill_s_Cerinthe_Major_Purpurascens_Seeds.webp?v=1779111708","url":"https:\/\/www.sam-turner.co.uk\/products\/fothergills-cerinthe-major-purpurascens-seeds","provider":"Sam Turner \u0026 Sons","version":"1.0","type":"link"}