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Freeport Gardening Guide: Salpiglossis

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Salpiglossis

Salpiglossis Seeds, Grandiflora Mix:

Description: Salpiglossis caught everyone’s eye in our flower trials. Nicknamed “painted tongue,” large petunia-like blooms are splashed with vibrant purple-pinks and yellows. These pretty flowers are native to southern Chile and are related to nicotiana. Plants average 2.5 feet tall. Suitable for cut flowers. Loads of colorful blooms!

Grandiflora Mix Salpiglossis closeup in blue vase on light grey background.

 

Salpiglossis Seeds, Black Trumpet:

Description: These bewitching blooms run from burgundy to deep obsidian with a stark golden eye in the center. The effect is a gothic bloom with depth and personality. Perfect to play off of stark white or to incorporate into an all-black flower garden. The sturdy stems make this an excellent cut flower to add drama to arrangements. This half-hardy annual is 19 inches tall and 11 inches wide. A rare color of this delightful plant.

Black Trumpet Salpiglossis  top view on light background

 

Salpiglossis Seeds, Cafe Au Lait:

Description: These beautiful blooms are a striking departure from the typical flower colors. The petals come in a range of coffee tones, from mocha to light roast caramel, with a golden throat. Stunning 2-inch trumpet flowers are set atop stout, 8-12 inch stems. Plants are best suited to containers and the front of the bed or border, and they look especially stunning when planted closely (4 inches apart is best). Pelleted seed.

Close-up Cafe Au Lait Salpiglossis on white background.

 

Salpiglossis Seeds, Kew Blue:

Description: Intense deep blue, almost black, blooms resemble a dark night. Flecks of pollen splash across the petals like stars in the sky. Excellent focal plant, it plays so beautifully when planted with white blooms like moonflower. Try in mixed plantings or containers. This rare painted tongue is deeply dramatic, sure to draw attention all summer long. Plants are 2-2.5' tall.

Kew Blue Salpiglossis close-up showing color details.