Q - Queen Anne’s thimbles

THE PLANT Pale blue globe-shaped flowers and delicate fern-like leaves, a plant loved by pollinator insects. THE TYPE Benguiat's adaption of Caslon, a renowned typeface used for typing US Declaration of Independence. Details Open tab Name Queen Anne’s thimbles Variety Latin name CGilia capitata Seed quantity 0,25 grams Packet size 9 x 12,5 cm Packet material Made from paper produced using tomato waste fibers, it can be disposed of in biodegradable waste Plant size 30-60 cm height, 15-30 cm spread Container size Minimum 20 cm diameter How to grow Open tab Sowing Outdoor Early spring or autumn Indoor 6-8 weeks before last frost Germination Time 14-21 days Temperature 15-20°C How to sow Direct sow Sow seeds on soil surface; press lightly Indoor Surface-sow in trays with light exposure Caring Light Full sun Watering Moderate; allow soil to dry slightly between waterings Soil Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil Feeding Light feeding in spring is sufficient Growing tip Queen Anne’s Thimbles attract bees and butterflies, making them great for pollinator gardens. Deadhead regularly to extend blooming. Harvesting Cut flowers when fully open. Seed heads can be left on the plant for self-seeding or harvested for propagation. Interesting facts Open tab Fun fact 1 Named for its resemblance to a thimble, Gilia capitata is popular in wildflower mixes for its delicate blue flowers. Fun fact 2 This plant is native to North America and is often used to attract pollinators to gardens.