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Summer Cypress Seed Packet

Summer Cypress Seed Packet

Shīdo Seed Company

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Also known as Burning Bush, and Mexican Fireweed, this annual comes from Europe and Asia and belongs to the buckwheat clan. It flourishes in varied environments like floodplains, riparian areas, and prairies, particularly in western North America. Typically standing at 2 to 3 feet (60 to 90 cm) tall and wide, it can reach up to 7 to 8 feet (2 to 2.5 meters). Its feathery bright green leaves turn fiery red in fall, giving it an attractive upright columnar shape reminiscent of cypress trees, hence the name. Its small flowers are forgettable, but its erect stems often form a candelabra formation, and over time, they may snap off to create tumbleweeds, scattering seeds across the land. Thriving in full sun with moist, well-drained soil rich in organic matter, it displays impressive drought and salt resistance and can fend off herbicides. This adaptable plant naturalizes easily, particularly in zones 8-10, and self-seeds readily, making container planting a useful strategy to control its spread in the landscape.

  • Annual
  • Full Sun
  • Prefers moist, well-draining soil
  • Ornamental shrub

Product Details

  • Product type: Flower & Vegetable Seeds
  • Shipping Dimensions: 5.625 × 3.625 × 0.1 inches  (14.3 × 9.2 × 0.3 cm)
  • Shipping Weight: 0.01 lb (0.1 oz; 3 g)
  • SKU: SKU: SKU010013274
  • UPC: 843458152873
  • Part No.: SECYPR

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    Sow in the Spring, after the danger of frost has passed.

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    Sow directly in soil a couple of weeks before the last frost of spring is expected.

  • To start indoors, sow 2 months before they are due to be transplanted outside towards the end of spring. You will need to prepare the seeds by soaking in water for a day; then keep the sown seeds in light and at 70° to 75° degrees. Transplant after the threat of frost. Plant 8 inches (20 cm) apart.

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    Tolerates a wide range of soil types and is well adapted to saline soils.

Shīdo Seed Company

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Shīdo Seed Company

Anything but ordinary, Shīdo seeds are vacuum-sealed in foil packets to protect the seeds from moisture, pests, and gamma rays. This ensures their viability for at least ten years. Beautifully packaged, with QR codes for full planting and care information.

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