Painted Tongue Seeds - Superbissima Mix
- Heirloom annual with a mix of colored blooms
- Tall pollinator attractor with summer blooms
- Thrives in bright, sunny growing areas
Fast Facts
About Painted Tongue Seeds - Superbissima Mix
Salpiglossis sinuata
Buy Painted Tongue in Packets or in Bulk
Painted Tongue - Superbissima Mix
Painted Tongue lives up to its name! With a mix that includes red, yellow, and pink, the trumpet flowers each feature a painted tongue of yellow. An annual that grows up to 36 inches, it's excellent for edging and borders.
Fast Facts
About Painted Tongue Seeds - Superbissima Mix
Salpiglossis sinuata
Buy Painted Tongue in Packets or in Bulk
Painted Tongue - Superbissima Mix
Painted Tongue lives up to its name! With a mix that includes red, yellow, and pink, the trumpet flowers each feature a painted tongue of yellow. An annual that grows up to 36 inches, it's excellent for edging and borders.
How to Plant Painted Tongue
When to Plant Painted Tongue Seeds
Can start indoors 6 weeks before last frost, or direct sow in spring after last frosts.
Where to Plant Painted Tongue Seeds
Painted Tongues thrive in partial shade but can survive with full sun if in cooler climates. Choose a spot that has well-draining soil.
How to Plant Painted Tongue Seeds
Plant 1/4 inch deep in full sun for summer/fall bloom. Space plants 9-12 inches apart with 3-4 seeds per space. These seeds need darkness to germinate so make sure you cover the seeds until sprouts begin. Water regularly at first in well-drained soil.
When transplanting, make sure danger of frost has passed and protect it from high winds.
How to Care for Painted Tongue
Once roots have been established, place mulch around base to keep the root system cool. When plant is young, pinch back growth for a bushy plant. Deadhead blooms to promote new growth. Keep well watered, especially during hot or dry periods.
Seed Coverage for Painted Tongue Seeds - Superbissima Mix
| Amount |
Recommended Coverage |
| Packet |
Up to 80 Sq. Ft |
| 1 Ounce |
Up to 625 Sq. Ft |
| 1/4 Pound |
Up to 2,500 Sq. Ft |
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