Collinsia grandiflora (Large Flowered Blue-Eyed Mary) Seed Packet WW

  Don’t let the “large-flowered” in the common name mislead you - this little lovely’s floral display is dainty and demure. Fine textured, grass-like foliage appears in the spring and is followed by whorls of bright-blue and white, little snapdragon-like flowers. This sweet annual gives a lovely brush of delicate color to your spring garden. A nice plant for attracting bees. Will reseed if in a spot it likes. Family: Plantaginaceae Ann/Per: Annual Sun/Shade: tolerates sun but best in part shade USDA Zones: 4-9 Bloomtime: late spring into summer Height: to 2 ft Habitat: upland meadows and prairies, rocky areas, woodland edges. Stratification: yes- exact requirements unknown.  Planting depth: surface or cover slightly Seeding rate:          Broadcasting: approx 40 seeds/sq ft         Small pots/Spots in situ: 8-10 seeds per pot/spot Can be fall or spring sown but since exact requirements are not known, fall is best. If spring sowing, early is best since cool  and fluctuating temps enha