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Nemophila Seeds - Penny Black

A popular groundcover, this compact plant features wine-colored blooms

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About the Variety

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Key Features

Frost Tolerant
Prefers Dappled Shade
Morning Sun Only
Prefers Moist Soil
Prefers Lean Soil
Container Friendly
Attracts Bees
Attracts Butterflies
Fast Growing
Easy to Grow
Perfect for Borders
Ground Cover
Reduces Erosion
Suppresses Weeds
North American Native
Hanging Basket Friendly

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Nemophila discoidalis

LIFE CYCLE

  • Annual

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun
  • Partial Shade

GROWTH HABIT

  • Spreading

PLANT HEIGHT

  • 4 to 6 inches

COLOR

  • Black
  • Purple

Grow Heirloom Nemophila - Plant Penny Black Nemophila Seeds

A low-growing, trailing annual, Penny Black, Also known as Pennie Black or Baby Black Eyes, is an easy to grow heirloom annual. Reaching only 4" in height, Penny Black Nemophila seeds can be planted in containers, hanging baskets and window boxes, as well as straight into your garden bed or border. It's deep purple, almost violet color is not often seen in the garden and a welcome compliment.

  • Short, easy to grow heirloom annual with bi-colored blooms
  • Fast-growing pollinator attractor with early Spring blooms
  • Thrives in full sun or partially shaded areas

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Spring

SOWING METHOD

  • Direct Sow
  • Start Indoors

PLANTING DEPTH

  • 1/4 inch

WATER NEEDS

  • Average

PLANT SPACING

  • 4 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

  • N/A - Annual

SEED PREP

  • Requires Light

COVERAGE

Amount Avg Seed Count Recommended Coverage
Packet 82 Up to 80 Sq. Ft
1 Ounce 6,657 Up to 625 Sq. Ft

Planting Guide

View our Nemophila Planting Guide to learn more.
Nemophila Seeds - Penny Black

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Nemophila Seeds - Penny Black FAQs

What type of seed is Penny Black Nemophila?

Penny Black Nemophila is classified as heirloom seed and open pollinated seed.

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