Outsidepride Jupiter's Beard Red - 1000 Seeds
Centranthus ruber 'Coccineus' is commonly called Jupiter's Beard, and it is a favorite of gardeners everywhere. It is a wonderful source of long-lasting scarlet red color. It makes a wonderful cut flower, and butterflies and hummingbirds cannot leave it alone! Deadheading encourages continual blooming. Start the seed indoors in early spring for transplanting after danger of frost has passed. Or, for areas with a long growing season, after frost season, start the seed directly outdoors in a prepared seedbed. Press the seed into the soil but do not cover it. Keep the seed moist until germination. With a temperature of 65F, germination is usually within 21 days. Transplant the young plants outdoors after danger of frost has passed. Space the plants 12 - 15 inches apart. Grow in full sun to partial shade and in moist, well-drained soil. Jupiter's Beard is usually resistant to deer. It is a liberal self-sower and will spread. Deadheading the spent blooms is helpful in keeping the seeding to a minimum.