Settaria Italica'Limelight'
Settaria Italica marcoceata
 
Excellent cut flower.
The vibrant lime color is enough to make this variety a keeper but it is also fantastically uniform in height, bloom size and bloom time. The stand is lush and self-supporting
 
Details: 
 
Plant life cycle: annual
Site: Full sun
Days to germinate: 7-14 days
Days to maturity: 70-80 days
Sow: 1/8" deep
Plant spacing: 1/2- 1"
Approx seeds per packet : 50
 
How to grow:
Days to germination :7-14 days at 70°F (21°C).
Sowing :Direct seed recommended: Sow seeds 1/8" deep after the last frost. Cover seeds lightly. Transplant: Sow 4-6 weeks before last frost date. Can be planted in individual containers and then planted out in the field without dividing or they may be seeded in seedling trays. Small seedlings can be separated and transplanted directly from seedling tray to garden or field.
 
How to harvest: Fresh or dried: Fully open, but not yet fluffy.
 
Vase life:
Will last for 7 days