Wildseed Farms Indian Paintbrush Wildflowers

Also called Texas Paintbrush - Castilleja indivisa (Scrophulariaceae)
An upright, hairy annual, perennial or biennial herb native to Texas with single erect stems and a slender taproot. The terminal red-­orange flower color is a misconception. Actually the flower is tiny, creamy white to pale yellow, encircled by the red-­orange leaf­like bracts. The seeds are very small and should be sown directly on the soil surface. Adapted to well­drained areas in full sun. Not the easiest variety to cultivate, but the lure of such magnificent flowers certainly compensates for the effort.

Suggested Use: Gardens, roadsides, open meadows, mixtures. Miscellaneous: Creates ribbons of color for miles along Texas highways in the spring. Does not transplant well. Requires a period of time to become established.

Average Planting Success: 40%
 
Height: 8---24 inches
Germination: 30---120days
Optimum Soil Temp. for Germination: 55°F--­65°F
Sowing Depth: Surface Sow
Blooming Period: March­--May
Average Seeds Per Pound: 5,100,000
Seeds/Pkt: 5,600      1 oz Covers: 10,890sq.ft.
Seeding Rate: 1/4 lb. per acre 

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