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Birds Eyes

Birds Eyes require full sun, up to only partial shade. This flower needs well-drained soil with an average nutrient composition. Although it can handle some sandy soil. Its seed is best propagated by sowing outdoors, in cool climates. Birds Eyes can adapt to many different climate conditions. It is more cold tolerant than most flowers but its stem is weak and because of that it does not do well when transplanted. There are over 100 species of Gilia. This one can be fall planted in zones 7-10.
 
Product Details:
  • Product Name: Birds Eyes
  • Latin Name: Gilia tricolor
  • Type: Native Flower
  • Color: purple
  • Cycle: Annual
  • Origin: Native
  • Height: 12-18"
  • Germination Time: 20-30
  • Planting Season: Spring and Fall
  • Bloom Season: Spring-Fall
  • Seeds Per Pound: 1,020,000
  • Seeding Rate (lbs./acre): 2
  • Purchasing Options:
  • Small Packet - $1.25 ea.
    (Covers approximately 10 square feet.)
    Quantity:
  • 10 Grams - $2.50 ea.
    (Covers approximately 150 square feet.)
    Quantity:
  • 1/4 Pound - $10.00 ea.
    (Covers approximately 5,450 square feet.)
    Quantity:
  • 1 Pound - $19.00 ea.
    (Covers approximately 21,780 square feet.)
    Quantity:

*Planting and Bloom Season. Please remember that Planting and Bloom seasons will differ for each variety depending on the location and climate conditions where the seed is planted. Refer to the USDA Plant Hardiness Map for specifics on how to determine the best time of year to plant for your location. The information provided is based on experienced agricultural practices throughout the Willamette Valley of Oregon and is applicable to Zones 7-10 only.