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Esterhuysenia alpina 15 seeds - mesemb bonsai, scented lavender flowers

$ 5.28

  • Brand: Unbranded
  • Climate: Arid, Mediterranean, Semiarid
  • Cultivating Difficulty: Moderate
  • Features: Evergreen, Flowering
  • Genus: Esterhuysenia
  • Indoor/Outdoor: Indoor & Outdoor
  • Life Cycle: Perennial
  • Season of Interest: Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter
  • Sunlight: Full Sun, Medium Sun
  • Type: Cacti & Succulent Seeds
  • Watering: Light

Description

Esterhuysenia alpina is a dwarf mesemb (family Aizoaceae) from South Africa. It is a winter grower, but generally keeps some leaves through the summer. It will form a woody stem within a few years, and with a bit of pruning makes an excellent bonsai. In spring, it delights with an abundance of large lavender flowers that are scented and can perfume a room. 15 seeds from 2023. Surface sow, or barely cover seeds on a well-drained gritty mix with mineral additives (perlite, pumice, lava). A little grit on top which seeds can fall between helps hold up young seedlings. Keep moist until they germinate. Once germinated, allow soil surface to dry a bit. They can take some water all year, but especially appreciate it in the fall, when in active growth. Since I cannot control the techniques and growing conditions used, I cannot warranty the seeds. However, I try to provide instructions to maximize your success, and hope that these plants grow well for you! I offer free shipping on additional purchases, so feel free to check out my other items. To combine items, please select "Add to Cart" instead of "Buy it Now". Then go to your cart and click on "Request total from seller" and I will send you an invoice.