Salmon Queen Godetia is a stunning annual flower that brings the delicate, shimmering beauty of satin to the cutting garden. Known as Satin Flower for its silky, poppy-like petals in a rich salmon tone, this cultivar of Godetia grandiflora reaches 30 inches tall and flowers within 75 days of sowing. Despite their fragile appearance, the blooms are remarkably long-lasting in vase arrangements, making them a favorite among gardeners who grow specifically for cutting. In full sun and well-drained soil, Salmon Queen produces generous flowers that command attention in any arrangement or garden border.
Full Sun
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8-10
30in H x 12in W
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High
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The satiny, shimmering petals set Salmon Queen apart from ordinary annuals, catching light in a way that justifies the common name Satin Flower. Gardeners often expect delicate blooms to wilt quickly in the vase, but these flowers hold up beautifully in arrangements, proving that beauty and longevity can coexist. The salmon coloring provides a warm, sophisticated tone that complements both cool and warm color schemes in floral design.
Salmon Queen Godetia is grown specifically for the cutting garden, where its long-lasting, silky flowers shine in fresh arrangements. The blooms work equally well in mixed bouquets or displayed alone to showcase their distinctive satin sheen.
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Start seeds indoors 6 to 8 weeks before your last spring frost. Sow seeds on the surface of the soil, as light is necessary for germination. Mist or bottom water gently until sprouts emerge to keep the soil surface consistently moist without waterlogging.
Harden off seedlings by gradually exposing them to outdoor conditions over 7 to 10 days before transplanting. Move plants outdoors after the danger of frost has passed. Space transplants 12 inches apart in full sun.
Cut flowers in the early morning or late afternoon when blooms are fully open but still fresh. Cut stems at a 45-degree angle and place immediately in water. Remove lower leaves that would sit below the waterline to extend vase life.
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