Mr Fothergills Cerinthe Major Purpurascens Seeds

Mr Fothergills Cerinthe Major Purpurascens Seeds produce striking, nectar-rich purple-blue flowers with glaucous foliage, adding an exotic look to sunny borders and containers while strongly attracting bees and butterflies.

Key Features

• Exotic purple-blue flowers with deep blue bracts
• Hardy annual that flowers in the same year as sowing
• Highly attractive to bees and butterflies
• RHS Plants for Pollinators approved
• Suitable for containers and garden borders
• Easy to grow and low maintenance

Product Description

Mr Fothergills Cerinthe Major Purpurascens is a truly distinctive garden plant, offering an unusual combination of waxy blue-green foliage, dramatic bracts, and rich purple-blue flowers. Despite its exotic appearance, this hardy annual is remarkably easy to grow, making it a rewarding choice for gardeners of all experience levels.

The flowers are exceptionally high in nectar, making Cerinthe a valuable addition to wildlife-friendly gardens, where it attracts bees and butterflies throughout a long flowering season. Thriving in full sun and most soil types, it performs equally well in borders or containers, adding height, colour, and architectural interest from late spring through autumn.

Specifications

• Brand: Mr Fothergills
• Product type: Flower seeds
• Seed count: 15 seeds
• Botanical name: Cerinthe major Purpurascens (Boraginaceae)
• Genus: Annuals / Bedding
• Plant class: Hardy annual
• Colour: Blue and purple
• Plant height: Approx. 60cm (24in)
• Habitat: Medium
• Situation: Full sun
• Suitable for containers: Yes
• Wildlife friendly: Attracts bees and butterflies

Sowing & Growing Advice

• Sow indoors from February to March
• Sow thinly on the surface of compost and lightly cover
• Keep compost moist but not waterlogged
• Harden off young plants before planting outside
• Flowers from May to October

Why Choose These Seeds?

Ideal for gardeners looking for something a little different, Cerinthe Major Purpurascens combines exotic beauty with ease of care. Its long flowering season, container suitability, and strong pollinator appeal make it a standout choice for sunny gardens and patios alike