{"title":"Baby Blue Eyes Seeds","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"baby-blue-eyes-seeds-nemophila-menziesii","title":"Baby Blue Eyes Seeds – Nemophila menziesii","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🪴 Cultivate Your Garden with Quality Seeds - Affordable and Bursting with Life! 🌱\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0962\/5036\/4180\/files\/flower_1024x1024.jpg?v=1768540668\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(63, 98, 30);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBaby Blue Eyes Seeds – Nemophila menziesii – Delicate Light Blue \u0026amp; White Flowers for Cool Season Ground Cover \u0026amp; Containers.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(63, 98, 30);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(3, 3, 3);\"\u003e🌸 A Gentle Ocean of Blue in Your Spring Garden\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBaby Blue Eyes (Nemophila menziesii) is one of the most delightful cool-season annuals you can grow. Its delicate, cup-shaped flowers feature a soft, sky-blue hue that fades to a crisp white center, creating a stunning, eye-catching contrast. The plant forms a dense, low-growing mat that quickly fills empty spaces, making it an excellent ground cover for spring gardens. It thrives in cool weather and will bloom continuously until the summer heat arrives. This charming native wildflower is easy to grow, attracts pollinators, and adds a gentle, soothing touch to any garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(134, 110, 60);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🌱How to Plant \u0026amp; Grow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(82, 144, 44);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Full sun to partial shade (4–6 hours of direct sun per day). Prefers cooler conditions and will tolerate light shade in hotter regions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(82, 144, 44);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e Well-drained, moderately fertile soil. Prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH. Tolerates a range of soil types but dislikes waterlogged roots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(82, 144, 44);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e 7–21 days at 55–65°F (13–18°C). Darkness aids germination.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(82, 144, 44);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e 50–70 days from seed to flower.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(82, 144, 44);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e 6–12 inches. Spread: 6–12 inches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(134, 110, 60);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e📏\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(208, 151, 6);\"\u003eSpacing \u0026amp; Seeding Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Space plants 6 to 10 inches apart for a dense carpet effect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeeding Density (Per Square Foot):\u003c\/strong\u003e For mass planting, sow 8–12 seeds per square foot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSowing Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e ¼ inch (0.6 cm) deep. Cover seeds lightly with soil. (Seeds germinate best in darkness.).\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e📅 \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(32, 112, 177);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Calendar\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; height: 220.75px;\" cellspacing=\"0\" border=\"0\" class=\"MsoNormalTable\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 55.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 23.2975%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 25.8065%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNorthern States (3–5)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 24.3728%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMid-Atlantic (6–7)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 26.3441%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSouthern States (8–10)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 55.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 23.2975%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStart Indoors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 25.8065%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate February – Early March\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 24.3728%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate January – Mid February\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 26.3441%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate December – Early January\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 55.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 23.2975%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTransplant Outdoors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 25.8065%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEarly – Mid April\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 24.3728%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate March – Early April\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 26.3441%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate February – Early March\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 55.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 23.2975%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirect Sow (early spring)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 25.8065%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMid – Late April\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 24.3728%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate March – Early April\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 26.3441%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate February – Early March\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 23.2975%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirect Sow (fall)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 25.8065%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot recommended\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 24.3728%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMid – Late September\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 26.3441%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate October – Early November\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(177, 148, 16);\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(5, 5, 5);\"\u003eImportant Note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Baby Blue Eyes is a cool-season annual. It will bloom best in spring and may stop blooming once summer heat arrives. In mild climates (Zones 8–10), it can be sown in fall for winter and early spring blooms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(177, 148, 16);\"\u003e🧑🌾 Step-by-Step Planting Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(133, 169, 71);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Sow in Early Spring (Recommended for all zones):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e     \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs soon as the soil is workable in early spring (typically March–April, depending on your zone), prepare a well-drained bed in full sun to partial shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSow seeds ¼ inch deep, spacing seeds 1–2 inches apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater gently to keep soil moist until germination (7–21 days).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter 3–4 weeks, thin seedlings to 6–10 inches apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(133, 169, 72);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStart Indoors (For an earlier start):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e           \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eFill seed trays with moist, well-draining seed-starting mix.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eSow seeds ¼ inch deep. Cover lightly with soil. (Seeds germinate best in darkness.).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003ePlace the tray in a cool area (55–65°F). Keep soil moist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eSeedlings emerge in 7–21 days. Move to a bright location.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eAfter 4–6 weeks, harden off seedlings over 5–7 days before transplanting outdoors after the last frost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(133, 169, 72);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFall Direct Sow (Zones 8–10 only):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e           \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn late fall (October–November), prepare a well-drained bed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSow seeds ¼ inch deep, spacing seeds 1–2 inches apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater gently. Seeds will germinate in fall and overwinter as small seedlings, blooming in early spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(133, 169, 72);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOngoing Care:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWatering: Keep soil consistently moist during the growing season. Baby Blue Eyes does not tolerate dry conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFertilizing: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer at planting time. Do not over-fertilize.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeadheading: Not required, but removing spent flowers will encourage a longer bloom period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverwintering: In zones 8–10, fall-sown plants will bloom in early spring. In colder zones, the plant is treated as an annual and will die back after the first frost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0962\/5036\/4180\/files\/3_e5881996-c859-49b3-8846-557f4099ccf2_600x600.png?v=1779434575\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(131, 125, 58);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🚚\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(19, 18, 17);\"\u003eFast Shipping for You! 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Its delicate, five-petaled white flowers are simple yet striking, with dark anthers providing a subtle contrast. The plant forms a dense, low-growing mat that quickly fills empty spaces, making it an excellent ground cover for spring gardens. It thrives in cool weather and will bloom continuously until the summer heat arrives. This charming native wildflower is easy to grow, attracts pollinators, and adds a clean, gentle touch to any garden.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(134, 110, 60);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🌱How to Plant \u0026amp; Grow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(82, 144, 44);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Full sun to partial shade (4–6 hours of direct sun per day). Prefers cooler conditions and will tolerate light shade in hotter regions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(82, 144, 44);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e  Well-drained, moderately fertile soil. Prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH. Tolerates a range of soil types but dislikes waterlogged roots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(82, 144, 44);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e 7–21 days at 55–65°F (13–18°C). Darkness aids germination.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(82, 144, 44);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e 50–70 days from seed to flower.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(82, 144, 44);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e 6–12 inches. Spread: 6–12 inches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(134, 110, 60);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e📏\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(208, 151, 6);\"\u003eSpacing \u0026amp; Seeding Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Space plants 6 to 10 inches apart for a dense carpet effect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeeding Density (Per Square Foot):\u003c\/strong\u003e For mass planting, sow 8–12 seeds per square foot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSowing Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e ¼ inch (0.6 cm) deep. Cover seeds lightly with soil. (Seeds germinate best in darkness.)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e📅 \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(32, 112, 177);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Calendar\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"MsoNormalTable\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 220.75px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 55.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 23.2975%; text-align: center;\" valign=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25.8065%; text-align: center;\" valign=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNorthern States (3–5)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24.3728%; text-align: center;\" valign=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMid-Atlantic (6–7)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 26.3441%; text-align: center;\" valign=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSouthern States (8–10)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 55.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 23.2975%; text-align: center;\" valign=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStart Indoors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25.8065%; text-align: center;\" valign=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate February – Early March\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24.3728%; text-align: center;\" valign=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate January – Mid February\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 26.3441%; text-align: center;\" valign=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate December – Early January\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 55.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 23.2975%; text-align: center;\" valign=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTransplant Outdoors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25.8065%; text-align: center;\" valign=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEarly – Mid April\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24.3728%; text-align: center;\" valign=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate March – Early April\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 26.3441%; text-align: center;\" valign=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate February – Early March\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 55.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 23.2975%; text-align: center;\" valign=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirect Sow (early spring)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25.8065%; text-align: center;\" valign=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMid – Late April\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24.3728%; text-align: center;\" valign=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate March – Early April\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 26.3441%; text-align: center;\" valign=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate February – Early March\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 23.2975%; text-align: center;\" valign=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirect Sow (fall)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25.8065%; text-align: center;\" valign=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot recommended\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24.3728%; text-align: center;\" valign=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMid – Late September\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 26.3441%; text-align: center;\" valign=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate October – Early November\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(177, 148, 16);\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(5, 5, 5);\"\u003eImportant Note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e White Nemophila is a cool-season annual. It will bloom best in spring and may stop blooming once summer heat arrives. In mild climates (Zones 8–10), it can be sown in fall for winter and early spring blooms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(177, 148, 16);\"\u003e🧑🌾 Step-by-Step Planting Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(133, 169, 71);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Sow in Early Spring (Recommended for all zones):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e     \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs soon as the soil is workable in early spring (typically March–April, depending on your zone), prepare a well-drained bed in full sun to partial shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSow seeds ¼ inch deep, spacing seeds 1–2 inches apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater gently to keep soil moist until germination (7–21 days).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter 3–4 weeks, thin seedlings to 6–10 inches apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(133, 169, 72);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStart Indoors (For an earlier start):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e           \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFill seed trays with moist, well-draining seed-starting mix.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSow seeds ¼ inch deep. Cover lightly with soil. (Seeds germinate best in darkness.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the tray in a cool area (55–65°F). Keep soil moist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeedlings emerge in 7–21 days. Move to a bright location.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter 4–6 weeks, harden off seedlings over 5–7 days before transplanting outdoors after the last frost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(133, 169, 72);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Fall Direct Sow (Zones 8–10 only):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e           \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn late fall (October–November), prepare a well-drained bed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSow seeds ¼ inch deep, spacing seeds 1–2 inches apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater gently. Seeds will germinate in fall and overwinter as small seedlings, blooming in early spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(133, 169, 72);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOngoing Care:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWatering: Keep soil consistently moist during the growing season. White Nemophila does not tolerate dry conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFertilizing: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer at planting time. Do not over-fertilize.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeadheading: Not required, but removing spent flowers will encourage a longer bloom period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverwintering: In zones 8–10, fall-sown plants will bloom in early spring. In colder zones, the plant is treated as an annual and will die back after the first frost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0962\/5036\/4180\/files\/3_e5881996-c859-49b3-8846-557f4099ccf2_600x600.png?v=1779434575\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(131, 125, 58);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🚚\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(19, 18, 17);\"\u003eFast Shipping for You! Trustworthy Business\u003c\/span\u003e🌱\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: none;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0962\/5036\/4180\/files\/2_e98d9667-f28e-43ae-bf83-2793ae1efd35_600x600.png?v=1778306350\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Zestseeds","offers":[{"title":"500 Seeds","offer_id":52527107965204,"sku":null,"price":7.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 Ounce","offer_id":52527107997972,"sku":null,"price":16.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1\/4 Pound","offer_id":52527108030740,"sku":null,"price":38.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 Pound","offer_id":52527108063508,"sku":null,"price":102.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0962\/5036\/4180\/files\/2_b8e7b15e-3850-437b-8ab9-0c7f97e7a26e.jpg?v=1779328741"},{"product_id":"five-spot-seeds-nemophila-maculata","title":"Five-Spot Seeds – Nemophila maculata","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🪴 Cultivate Your Garden with Quality Seeds - Affordable and Bursting with Life! 🌱\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0962\/5036\/4180\/files\/flower_1024x1024.jpg?v=1768540668\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(63, 98, 30);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFive-Spot Seeds – Nemophila maculata – Unique White \u0026amp; Purple-Spotted Flowers for Cool Season Ground Cover.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(63, 98, 30);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(3, 3, 3);\"\u003e🌸 A Unique Spotted Pattern for Your Spring Garden\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFive-Spot (Nemophila maculata) is one of the most delightful cool-season annuals you can grow. Its delicate, cup-shaped flowers feature crisp white petals, each ending in a distinct, deep purple-blue spot. This unique \"five-spot\" pattern creates a stunning, eye-catching display. The plant forms a dense, low-growing mat that quickly fills empty spaces, making it an excellent ground cover for spring gardens. It thrives in cool weather and will bloom continuously until the summer heat arrives. This charming native wildflower is easy to grow, attracts pollinators, and adds a unique, playful touch to any garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(134, 110, 60);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🌱How to Plant \u0026amp; Grow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(82, 144, 44);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Full sun to partial shade (4–6 hours of direct sun per day). Prefers cooler conditions and will tolerate light shade in hotter regions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(82, 144, 44);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e Well-drained, moderately fertile soil. Prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH. Tolerates a range of soil types but dislikes waterlogged roots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(82, 144, 44);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e 7–21 days at 55–65°F (13–18°C). Darkness aids germination.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(82, 144, 44);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e 50–70 days from seed to flower.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(82, 144, 44);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e 6–12 inches. Spread: 6–12 inches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(134, 110, 60);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e📏\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(208, 151, 6);\"\u003eSpacing \u0026amp; Seeding Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Space plants 6 to 10 inches apart for a dense carpet effect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeeding Density (Per Square Foot):\u003c\/strong\u003e For mass planting, sow 8–12 seeds per square foot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSowing Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e ¼ inch (0.6 cm) deep. Cover seeds lightly with soil. (Seeds germinate best in darkness.).\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e📅 \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(32, 112, 177);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Calendar\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; height: 220.75px;\" cellspacing=\"0\" border=\"0\" class=\"MsoNormalTable\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 55.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 23.2975%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 25.8065%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNorthern States (3–5)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 24.3728%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMid-Atlantic (6–7)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 26.3441%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSouthern States (8–10)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 55.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 23.2975%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStart Indoors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 25.8065%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate February – Early March\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 24.3728%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate January – Mid February\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 26.3441%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate December – Early January\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 55.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 23.2975%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTransplant Outdoors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 25.8065%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEarly – Mid April\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 24.3728%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate March – Early April\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 26.3441%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate February – Early March\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 55.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 23.2975%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirect Sow (early spring)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 25.8065%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMid – Late April\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 24.3728%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate March – Early April\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 26.3441%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate February – Early March\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 23.2975%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirect Sow (fall)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 25.8065%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot recommended\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 24.3728%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMid – Late September\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 26.3441%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate October – Early November\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(177, 148, 16);\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(5, 5, 5);\"\u003eImportant Note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Five-Spot is a cool-season annual. It will bloom best in spring and may stop blooming once summer heat arrives. In mild climates (Zones 8–10), it can be sown in fall for winter and early spring blooms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(177, 148, 16);\"\u003e🧑🌾 Step-by-Step Planting Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(133, 169, 71);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Sow in Early Spring (Recommended for all zones):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e     \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs soon as the soil is workable in early spring (typically March–April, depending on your zone), prepare a well-drained bed in full sun to partial shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSow seeds ¼ inch deep, spacing seeds 1–2 inches apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater gently to keep soil moist until germination (7–21 days).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter 3–4 weeks, thin seedlings to 6–10 inches apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(133, 169, 72);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStart Indoors (For an earlier start):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e           \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eFill seed trays with moist, well-draining seed-starting mix.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eSow seeds ¼ inch deep. Cover lightly with soil. (Seeds germinate best in darkness.).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003ePlace the tray in a cool area (55–65°F). Keep soil moist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eSeedlings emerge in 7–21 days. Move to a bright location.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eAfter 4–6 weeks, harden off seedlings over 5–7 days before transplanting outdoors after the last frost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(133, 169, 72);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFall Direct Sow (Zones 8–10 only):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e           \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn late fall (October–November), prepare a well-drained bed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSow seeds ¼ inch deep, spacing seeds 1–2 inches apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater gently. Seeds will germinate in fall and overwinter as small seedlings, blooming in early spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(133, 169, 72);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOngoing Care:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWatering: Keep soil consistently moist during the growing season. Baby Blue Eyes does not tolerate dry conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFertilizing: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer at planting time. Do not over-fertilize.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeadheading: Not required, but removing spent flowers will encourage a longer bloom period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverwintering: In zones 8–10, fall-sown plants will bloom in early spring. In colder zones, the plant is treated as an annual and will die back after the first frost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0962\/5036\/4180\/files\/3_e5881996-c859-49b3-8846-557f4099ccf2_600x600.png?v=1779434575\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(131, 125, 58);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🚚\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(19, 18, 17);\"\u003eFast Shipping for You! Trustworthy Business\u003c\/span\u003e🌱\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0962\/5036\/4180\/files\/2_e98d9667-f28e-43ae-bf83-2793ae1efd35_600x600.png?v=1778306350\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Zestseeds","offers":[{"title":"500 Seeds","offer_id":52527259943188,"sku":null,"price":6.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 Ounce","offer_id":52527259975956,"sku":null,"price":14.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1\/4 Pound","offer_id":52527260008724,"sku":null,"price":36.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 Pound","offer_id":52527260041492,"sku":null,"price":92.85,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0962\/5036\/4180\/files\/2_25288063-f0f6-441a-ae39-fe7d9c13d4d4.jpg?v=1779332841"},{"product_id":"penny-black-nemophila-seeds-nemophila-menziesii-penny-black","title":"Penny Black Nemophila Seeds – Nemophila menziesii 'Penny Black'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🪴 Cultivate Your Garden with Quality Seeds - Affordable and Bursting with Life! 🌱\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0962\/5036\/4180\/files\/flower_1024x1024.jpg?v=1768540668\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(63, 98, 30);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePenny Black Nemophila Seeds – Nemophila menziesii 'Penny Black' – Deep Purple-Black Flowers with White Edges for Cool Season Gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(63, 98, 30);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(3, 3, 3);\"\u003e🌸 A Dramatic Dark Bloom with a Crisp White Edge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePenny Black Nemophila is a stunning, dramatic cultivar that offers a striking contrast to typical spring flowers. Its deep, velvety, almost black-purple petals are framed by a crisp, white border, creating a unique and eye-catching bloom. The small, cup-shaped flowers are held above delicate, fern-like green foliage. This cool-season annual thrives in spring temperatures, creating a beautiful carpet of dark, dramatic color. It is easy to grow, attracts pollinators, and adds a bold, unique touch to any garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(134, 110, 60);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🌱How to Plant \u0026amp; Grow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(82, 144, 44);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Full sun to partial shade (4–6 hours of direct sun per day). Prefers cooler conditions and will tolerate light shade in hotter regions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(82, 144, 44);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e Well-drained, moderately fertile soil. Prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH. Tolerates a range of soil types but dislikes waterlogged roots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(82, 144, 44);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e 7–21 days at 55–65°F (13–18°C). Darkness aids germination.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(82, 144, 44);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e 50–70 days from seed to flower.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(82, 144, 44);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e 6–12 inches. Spread: 6–12 inches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(134, 110, 60);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e📏\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(208, 151, 6);\"\u003eSpacing \u0026amp; Seeding Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Space plants 6 to 10 inches apart for a dense carpet effect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeeding Density (Per Square Foot):\u003c\/strong\u003e For mass planting, sow 8–12 seeds per square foot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSowing Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e ¼ inch (0.6 cm) deep. Cover seeds lightly with soil. (Seeds germinate best in darkness.).\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e📅 \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(32, 112, 177);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Calendar\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; height: 220.75px;\" cellspacing=\"0\" border=\"0\" class=\"MsoNormalTable\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 55.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 23.2975%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 25.8065%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNorthern States (3–5)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 24.3728%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMid-Atlantic (6–7)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 26.3441%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSouthern States (8–10)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 55.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 23.2975%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStart Indoors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 25.8065%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate February – Early March\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 24.3728%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate January – Mid February\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 26.3441%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate December – Early January\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 55.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 23.2975%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTransplant Outdoors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 25.8065%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEarly – Mid April\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 24.3728%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate March – Early April\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 26.3441%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate February – Early March\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 55.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 23.2975%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirect Sow (early spring)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 25.8065%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMid – Late April\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 24.3728%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate March – Early April\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 26.3441%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate February – Early March\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 23.2975%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirect Sow (fall)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 25.8065%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot recommended\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 24.3728%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMid – Late September\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 26.3441%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate October – Early November\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(177, 148, 16);\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(5, 5, 5);\"\u003eImportant Note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Penny Black is a cool-season annual. It will bloom best in spring and may stop blooming once summer heat arrives. In mild climates (Zones 8–10), it can be sown in fall for winter and early spring blooms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(177, 148, 16);\"\u003e🧑🌾 Step-by-Step Planting Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(133, 169, 71);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Sow in Early Spring (Recommended for all zones):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e     \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs soon as the soil is workable in early spring (typically March–April, depending on your zone), prepare a well-drained bed in full sun to partial shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSow seeds ¼ inch deep, spacing seeds 1–2 inches apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater gently to keep soil moist until germination (7–21 days).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter 3–4 weeks, thin seedlings to 6–10 inches apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(133, 169, 72);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStart Indoors (For an earlier start):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e           \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eFill seed trays with moist, well-draining seed-starting mix.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eSow seeds ¼ inch deep. Cover lightly with soil. (Seeds germinate best in darkness.).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003ePlace the tray in a cool area (55–65°F). Keep soil moist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eSeedlings emerge in 7–21 days. Move to a bright location.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eAfter 4–6 weeks, harden off seedlings over 5–7 days before transplanting outdoors after the last frost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(133, 169, 72);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFall Direct Sow (Zones 8–10 only):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e           \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn late fall (October–November), prepare a well-drained bed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSow seeds ¼ inch deep, spacing seeds 1–2 inches apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater gently. Seeds will germinate in fall and overwinter as small seedlings, blooming in early spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(133, 169, 72);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOngoing Care:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWatering: Keep soil consistently moist during the growing season. Baby Blue Eyes does not tolerate dry conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFertilizing: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer at planting time. Do not over-fertilize.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeadheading: Not required, but removing spent flowers will encourage a longer bloom period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverwintering: In zones 8–10, fall-sown plants will bloom in early spring. In colder zones, the plant is treated as an annual and will die back after the first frost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0962\/5036\/4180\/files\/3_e5881996-c859-49b3-8846-557f4099ccf2_600x600.png?v=1779434575\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(131, 125, 58);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🚚\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(19, 18, 17);\"\u003eFast Shipping for You! 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