{"product_id":"alpine-saxifraga-floral-carpet","title":"Alpine Saxifraga Floral Carpet","description":"Unwins Alpine Saxifraga Floral Carpet Seeds produce masses of bright spring flowers from May to June.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIdeal for rockeries, this alpine will spread to produce a light pink floral carpet with evergreen foliage, brilliant for adding contrast to mixed plantings.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect for pots and containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardy perennial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSow\u003c\/b\u003e: March to June \/ August to September\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlowering\u003c\/b\u003e: April to June\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSowing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSow on the surface of pre-watered seed compost in pots or trays, lightly pressing the seeds into the surface. Place in a propagator or loosely covered bag at around 20 °C in shade and allow 2–4 weeks for germination. After germination, remove the cover and move seedlings to cooler, brighter conditions. If germination is poor after a few weeks, keep the seeds cold (around 4 °C) for 4 weeks, then return them to warmth.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrowing On\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eTransplant seedlings when large enough to handle. Grow on in a sheltered spot outdoors, such as a cold frame or unheated greenhouse.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlanting Out\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003ePlant out in full sun or part shade, in well-drained soil. Also suitable for containers, raised beds, or rockeries.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAftercare \/ Advice\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eRemove faded flowers during summer to prolong blooming. Add grit to improve drainage where necessary. Late summer sowings will flower earlier and more profusely the following year.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unwins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54989201801601,"sku":"WEST-30211006","price":1.79,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0544\/8758\/0845\/files\/c03na0nlxzi.jpg?v=1763474306","url":"https:\/\/www.direct4pet.co.uk\/products\/alpine-saxifraga-floral-carpet","provider":"Direct 4 Pet","version":"1.0","type":"link"}