Orlaya - White Finch

Elegant filler flower. 2½–3½" pure white flowers with an intricate, lacy pattern. Full, well-branched plants with strong, upright stems. Easy to grow. The clusters of green, star-shaped seed pods also make a unique bouquet addition. Also known as white lace flower and Minoan lace.

50 organic seeds

KEY GROWING INFORMATION

DAYS TO GERMINATION:

12-16 days at 60-65°F (16-18°C)

SOWING:

Direct seed (recommended) - Cover seeds lightly. Transplant - Sow 4-6 weeks before planting out. Tolerates dry soil.

LIGHT PREFERENCE:

Sun.

PLANT HEIGHT:

24-30". May need support.

PLANT SPACING:

9-12".

HARDINESS ZONES:

Annual.

HARVEST:

Fresh - 80% of the flowers in the umbel are open. Flowers should be crisp white with no hint of pollen shed. Dried - Once seed pods form.

SOIL REQUIREMENTS:

Average, well-drained soil. Will tolerate dry soil.

USES:

Excellent cut flower. Back of beds and borders.

SCIENTIFIC NAME:

Orlaya grandiflora

ALTERNATE NAME:

White lace flower