English Wallflower
The English Wallflower prefers full sun or partial shade in soils that are well-drained and relatively moist. This flower is a biennial, but will act as a perennial in cooler areas, such as the Pacific Northwest. The English Wallflower may bloom in its first year if it is planted early enough in the season. One to two weeks of temperatures around 70 degrees Fahrenheit will spur on germination, when the seeds are planted in moist soil. These seeds need to be planted in the spring after all danger of frost has past. The English Wallflower is known for its fragrance, and works well as a pot plant, border, or bedding plant. Seeds can be sown indoors 6-8 weeks before transplanting for earlier blossoms.
- Common Name: English Wallflower
- Latin Name: Cheiranthus cheiri
- Type: Flower
- Color: red,orange,yellow
- Cycle: Biennial
- Origin: Introduced
- Height: 16-24"
- Bloom Season: Summer
- Seeds Per Pound: 270,000
- Seeding Rate: 7
*Planting and Bloom Season. Please remember that Planting and Bloom seasons will differ for each variety depending on the location and climate conditions where they are being planted. Please refer to the USDA Plant Hardiness Map provided in our FAQ section for specifics on how to determine the best time of year to plant for your specific situation. The information provided below is based on experienced agricultural practices throughout the Willamette Valley of Oregon and is applicable to Zones 7-10 only.