Growing Non-GMO Tuberous Mimulus Nonstop Seeds

Sow Magic Ball Mix Mimulus indoors 10-12 weeks before final frost date because seeds are slow to reach maturity. Seeds are also slow to germinate and will require 10-21 days with full lighting. Once germinated, move to sunny window spacing or fluorescent light until four true leaves have developed. Transplant to a shaded indoor spot, or harden off and transplant to a similar partially shaded spot in the garden. Plant 3-4 Magic Ball Mix Mimulus seeds ¼ inch deep and 8-10 inch apart in Organically-rich, consistently moist, and well-drained soil in partial sun to partial shade. Magic Ball Mix is native to hot and humid climates and will perform poorly in dry, arid gardens with poor soil.

While Mimuluses prefer partial to full shade, they can also tolerate full sun if the soil is constantly moist and temperatures don’t get too high. Generally, more sunlight will encourage more foliage over blooms. It will benefit from deadheading and clearing out to promote more flowering. Mimulus will self-seed in some areas; if you wish to prevent this, deadhead throughout the entire season. To grow in a pond or stream, transplant into shallow water once it has matured; seedlings and seeds can easily be drowned.

Magic Ball Mix Mimuluses in the Flower Garden

Tuberous Mimuluses are perfect for indoor or shade gardens. The seeds mature into tidy compacts, ideal for planters and ponds.

Landscape use of Magic Ball Mix Mimuluses

Magic Ball Mix Mimulus seeds are perfect for growing in shaded porches, window sills, or adding color around the base of a leafy summertime deciduous.

Potted arrangements of Mimuluses often feature ferns for height and alyssum for additional color. Other plants that work well with the Mimulus are impatiens, hostas, and ferns because they all thrive in moisture!

About Magic Ball Mix Mimulus Garden Seeds

Mimulus plants do very well in pots and containers. Slowly work up to the desired pot size. Planting Mimuluses in pots too large too quickly can slow their growth. Ensure that they receive proper water. Pots dry out faster than garden beds.

In 2012, the genus Mimulus underwent a taxonomical restructuring in which the genus was reduced from 150 species to only 7 which now include Mimulus alatas (Australia), Mimulus aquatilis (Australia), Mimulus madagascariensis (Madagascar), Mimulus orbicularis (southeast Asia), Mimulus strictus (Africa and India), and Mimulus ringens (northeastern United States). Magic Ball Mix Mimulus is a hybrid consisting of various traits from these 7 remaining species.

Magic Ball Mix Mimulus seeds grow a rare edible variety in which the leaves have a slightly bitter note as if a cross between sage and mint and the blossoms may be treated like any other edible blossom such as for cooking, frying, or accenting raw salads.

The Mimulus genus earns its common name, Monkey Flower, from the tube-shaped blossoms that are said by many to resemble the fun faces of a monkey. Monkey Flower is an edible variety used for its aromatics to accent many fine dining experiences.

Mimuluses can also be short-lived perennials in some temperate climates. If you want to try and overwinter them, cover the base with mulch each fall.

Tips From Our Gardeners

"Mimulus blossoms remind me of some orchid varieties. Even though they are native to North America, they still give an exotic feel to a garden without being high-maintenance."

- Lara Wadsworth, True Leaf Market Writer

Tuberous Mimulus Seeds Per Package:

• 25 seed Packet
• 500 Seeds - Wholesale
• 1,000 Seeds - Bulk

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