Livingstone Daisy Seeds - Tender Succulents, Drought & Salt Tolerant Seaside Ground Cover for Rock Gardens - Mixed Colors - 200 Pcs

Livingstone Daisy Seeds (Mesembryanthemum) – Tender Succulents, Drought & Salt Tolerant

Key Features

• Scientific Name: Mesembryanthemum
• Common Name: Livingstone Daisy
• Bloom Color: Mixed colors including bright pink, orange, yellow, and purple
• Plant Type: Annual succulent
• Sun Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Type: Well-draining, sandy or loamy soil
• Watering Needs: Drought-tolerant; minimal watering required once established
• Growth Habit: Low-growing, mat-forming ground cover
• Height & Spread: Grows 6-12 inches tall, with a spread of 12-18 inches
• Hardiness Zones: USDA 10-11 (typically grown as an annual in cooler climates)

Why Grow Livingstone Daisy?

• Bright, vibrant blooms that add a pop of color to your garden throughout the growing season
• Drought and salt tolerant, making it perfect for seaside gardens and coastal landscapes
• Excellent ground cover, creating a colorful, low-maintenance mat that helps prevent soil erosion
• Ideal for rock gardens, where its succulent nature thrives in well-draining conditions
• Attracts pollinators, especially bees and butterflies, to your garden
• Perfect for container gardening and patios, bringing vibrant color to small spaces

Planting & Care Instructions

Seed Preparation & Sowing

• Sowing Instructions:
  • Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost or sow directly outdoors in late spring
  • Use a well-draining seed-starting mix or garden soil
  • Sow seeds ¼ inch deep and lightly cover with soil
  • Keep soil moist but not soggy; ensure good air circulation for proper germination
  • Maintain a temperature of 70-75°F (21-24°C) during germination
  • Germination typically takes 7-14 days

Transplanting & Growth

• Once seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant them outdoors after the last frost, when soil temperatures have warmed
• Space plants 12-18 inches apart to allow for spreading and good air circulation

Maintenance & Care

• Watering: Water only when the soil is dry, as Livingstone Daisies are drought-tolerant
• Fertilization: Feed with a light, balanced fertilizer during the growing season to support blooming
• Pruning: Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming
• Winter Care: In colder climates, treat as an annual or bring potted plants indoors for the winter

Ideal For

• Seaside and coastal gardens, where salt and wind tolerance are important
• Rock gardens, where well-draining conditions allow Livingstone Daisies to thrive
• Ground cover, providing colorful coverage and preventing soil erosion
• Containers and patio gardens, adding vibrant blooms to small spaces
• Drought-tolerant landscapes, perfect for low-water use areas

Bring color and resilience to your garden with Livingstone Daisies. Order your seeds today!