PTILOTUS EXALTATUS
PACKET CONTAINS 10 SEEDS
Common name: Mulla mulla and Joey
A short -lived perennial herb that is widespread throughout the arid and semi-arid regions of Australia including Western Australia. Highly attractive purple flowers in dense, conical heads up to ten cm in size appear from April to November in its natural habitat. Will grow as a annual in cooler climates.
- Frost tender
- Heat Draught Tolerant once established
- Great for cut flowers
| Method |
Sow Direct (after frost) or Raise Seedlings. Well drained soil media. |
| Sowing Depth | Press seed onto surface and cover lightly with vermiculite. Keep Moist |
| When to sow in Australia |
Tropical: Spring and Autumn Subtropical: Spring and Autumn Temperate: Spring and Autumn Cool climate: Spring |
| Germination | 2 to 3 Weeks at 24-27° C. Responds well to bottom heat |
| Plant Spacing | 120cm |
| Width | 100cm |
| Height | 80-100cm |
| Position | Full Sun. |