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Quick-bloomers for lots of fun.

22 years ago

I started my seeds WAY too early this year, I know. But I've been keeping far more careful records, and I've noticed that sweet alyssum blooms, on average, about a month after sowing. (That's less than a month from germination!) My 2 year old son is very excited to see the tiny flower buds, and can hardly wait for the tiny flowers.

What other quick-bloomers have you found?

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oldmom
22 years ago
Marigolds are the quickest in my experience. How about babys breath? For vegetables, peas and radishes.
duffy
22 years ago
Zinnias. Literally, just a few days to germinate.
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vlatheist
22 years ago
I agree zinnias are quick. I also think cosmos might be quick too. And for something a little bit different and spectacular you might try moon flowers. This is a gorgeous vine and the seeds germinate quickly and in about 11 weeks the vine has flowers on it. The cool part is they only bloom in the late evening/night time and the blooms are very showy.

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