FREE: Texas Maroon Bluebonnet-- 50 Seeds

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The only difference between the Maroon Bluebonnet and the blue Bluebonnet is color. The Maroon Bluebonnet took over twenty years to develop. The plant was originally found in the wild near San Antonio, Texas. To keep flowers maroon in the future, remove plants that bloom in other colors as soon as possible. It is a great favorite with Aggies, hence the nickname "Aggiebonnet".
PLANTING: FALL (August-December)
Plant in well-drained soils in FULL SUN.
Surface sow or 1/8" - Seeds can be surface sown, but gently raking them in will provide even better results. If possible, gently water them in after sowing and continue to keep them damp until they are established.
Grows best in alkaline soils (PH 7.5+). In low PH soils, add 15 pounds of Ag Lime to 100 square feet or 3 tons per acre.
At 55-70 degrees F, seeds should sprout in 7-30 days.