Toadflax Linaria Reticulata Aureopurpurea

Toadflax Linaria Reticulata Aureopurpurea: variety and characteristics

Toadflax Linaria Reticulata Aureopurpurea (Linaria reticulata) is an annual flower of the Plantain family (Plantaginaceae). A stunning, easy-to-grow Linaria variety that produces a mass of beautiful purple and golden flowers from June to September.

Preferring full sun and well-drained soil, they are ideal for cottage gardens, as well as in containers, baskets, and also for cut flowers.

Nicotiana is a strongly scented annual plant.

The stems of the plant reach up to 1 m. tall. The leaves are bright, and the flowers are white, yellow, blue and violet, gathered in an inflorescence.

Blooms from early spring to the last days of summer.

Linaria is a miniature “antirrhinum” with colourful little blooms.

Key features

• Measured germination rate of the batch: 84%
• Pack size: 0.4 g
• Seed origin: Poland
• Sowing: January – March; direct
• Flowering: June – September
• Position: sunny spot

When to sow Toadflax Linaria Reticulata Aureopurpurea

Toadflax Linaria Reticulata Aureopurpurea seeds are sown in January – March. The plants flower from June to September. The months are a guide for a temperate climate — in warmer areas sow 1–2 weeks earlier, in cooler or upland areas, later.

How to sow and grow Toadflax Linaria Reticulata Aureopurpurea

• Sowing method: direct
• Depth: 1 cm
• Spacing: 20–30 cm
• Germination: 7–14 days at 15–20 °C
• Position: sunny spot

Nicotiana is propagated by seed, sown in January and March. The seeds germinate at a temperature of 20-22°C and in high humidity. After a month the seedlings are transplanted into pots. Prefers light, humus-rich soils. Nicotiana loves light, but also tolerates shaded places. The flower tolerates cold. The plant tolerates drought. It does not tolerate overwatering - its roots may rot.

Sow directly in spring.

Flowering and uses

Flowers June–August.

Frequently asked questions

When should Toadflax Linaria Reticulata Aureopurpurea be sown?

The recommended sowing months are January – March. Sowing method: direct.

What is the germination rate of the seeds?

The measured germination rate of this batch is 84%. The test was carried out under controlled laboratory conditions; in the field, emergence depends on soil, temperature and moisture.