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Schizanthus, also called butterfly flower and poor man's orchid (Butterfly Orchid), revels in cool-weather climates, blooming well in late winter and spring in frost-free climates and other regions with long periods of cool weather in the spring and summer. Where they grow well, the flowers are spectacular. Although flowers are large and open, somewhat resembling butterflies and orchids, they're related to petunias and tomatoes and are native to Chile.
Annual Flowers
Large clusters of flowers open above the finely cut, fern-like foliage. Compact varieties can grow up to 2 1/2 feet tall and, when loaded with flowers, tend to tumble.
The range of flower color is wide: pink, white, lavender, blue, gold, red, and magenta, with many flowers marked with other colors.
Growing-likes cool, sunny conditions and a rich, moist soil high in organic matter. Under warmer conditions, light shade is good. They must have perfect drainage. Because they bloom best with root restriction, they are most often grown in containers. For garden planting, space them 12 inches apart. Plant outdoors after all danger of frost has passed.
Start new plants from seeds. Sow seeds indoors 12 weeks prior to the last frost. Cover seeds; they respond to darkness. Seeds germinate in 20 to 30 days at 60 to 65 degrees Fahrenheit.
It is a natural for containers. It also makes a superb cut flower.
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