Description

Kochia Trichophylla Burning Bush is symmetrical and oval in form and makes an

outstanding foliage plant.The Kochia bush is truly one of a kind and

brings a great addition to the flower garden.It reaches 28 inches in

height and looks great when grown as a hedge along the border or in

groups of 3 for focal interest.

For areas with a long growing season, Kochia Burning Bush seeds can be

started directly outdoors in a prepared seed bed. For earlier Kochia

plants, start the Burning Bush seeds indoors. Transplant outdoors after

danger of frost has passed. Plant the Kochia Burning Bush in full sun.

Name

Kochia Scoparia

Life Cycle

Half hardy annual. Hardy annual.

Height

15 to 36 inches (40 to 90 cm

Flowers details

Light green, then turn to Red. Hairy flowers that sprout from strap shaped leaf axils.

Foliage

Lanceolate. Flattened. Green through to red.

Blossom

Summer

Growing Regions

Zones 2 to 10

Requirements

Soil pH 6 to 7. Average soil. Drought tolerant. Regular feed.

Light

Full sunlight.

 

 


How to grow
Sow Outside: Surface. Before last frost. Spacing: single plants: 20 to 24 inches (60 to 70 cm);
hedging 8 inches (20 cm). 

Sow Inside: Soak seeds overnight. Use peat pots. Germination time: one to
two weeks in the light. Temperature 70°F (21°C). Seven or eight weeks in
advance. Transplant outdoors towards the end of spring.


Package include:

50 x Kochia Scoparia Seeds