Approximate seeds per pound: 136,000
Seeding rate: 7 pounds per acre
Height: Under 2 ft.
Flower Color: Brilliant velvety red with petals usually outlined in black
Plant Type: Annual. Lives just one year. Grows quickly, blooms heavily, dies with first frost. Can regrow following spring if seed falls on bare ground.
Flower Type: Small simple flowers
Bloom Time: Mid and late season
Is this wildflower invasive? No
Is this wildflower endangered? No
Is this wildflower edible? No
Is this wildflower medicinal? No
Regions: Native to desert areas, but can be grown successfully in all regions.
Zones: 3 - 10
Soil preference: Adaptable, but perfers loose, sandy soil.
Sun/Shade: Full sun to light shade.
Moisture Requirements: Adaptable to even arid conditions.
Germination: 20 - 25 days
Optimum soil temperature for germination: 65F - 70F
Sowing depth: 1/16"

A hardy annual, native to northern Africa and southern Europe, it has naturalized throughout the United States. Once established this variety can tolerate immense heat and extremely dry conditions. The glossy, deep scarlet flowers bloom in profusion and are best admired if planted in density. Prefers full sun in well-drained soils. Best if sown in early spring after the danger of frost has passed, seedlings are not winter hardy. Guaranteed to draw some attention.