Buzzy Schizanthus Farmer’s Orchid Angel Wings Seeds 0.5g

Buzzy Schizanthus Farmer’s Orchid Angel Wings

Buzzy Schizanthus Farmer’s Orchid Angel Wings is a beautiful annual bedding plant producing masses of delicate, colourful flowers on neat, rounded plants. Also known as Farmer’s Orchid, Common Orchid or Butterfly Flower, this charming variety brings an elegant, orchid-like look to summer borders, flower beds and planters.

Growing to around 40 cm tall, Schizanthus ‘Angel Wings’ forms a pretty bush full of lovely small flowers. It is ideal for adding soft colour to garden displays, patio pots, window boxes and mixed summer containers.

Plant Details

Plant type: Annual flower
Botanical name: Schizanthus wisetonensis
Common name: Farmer’s Orchid / Butterfly Flower / Common Orchid
Variety: Angel Wings
Height: Approx. 40 cm
Position: Full sun
Flowering period: July to September
Use: Flower beds, borders, planters, window boxes, patio pots, bedding displays

Growing Information

Sow under cover: Mid-March to April
Sow outdoors: Mid-April to late May
Sowing method: Sow under glass or outdoors in a seedbed
Transplant: 5–6 weeks after sowing
Flowering time: July to September
Seeds per gram: Approx. 1600
Contents: Approx. 0.5 g

Sow under glass from mid-March to April, or outdoors in a seedbed from mid-April to late May. Keep the soil lightly moist while seedlings develop. Transplant after 5–6 weeks into a sunny position with well-drained soil.

Schizanthus is especially lovely in planters and flower boxes, where its colourful flowers can be enjoyed up close.

Growing Tips

Grow in full sun for the best flowering. Water regularly during dry periods, especially when growing in pots or window boxes. Avoid letting containers dry out completely.

Remove faded flowers to keep plants looking fresh and encourage a longer display. Plant in groups for a fuller, more colourful effect.

Why You’ll Love It

• Beautiful orchid-like flowers
• Also known as Butterfly Flower
• Colourful annual bedding plant
• Lovely rounded bush full of small flowers
• Perfect for flower beds, borders and planters
• Great for window boxes and patio pots
• Flowers from July to September

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