Sea Blush Seeds (Plectritis congesta)
A truly west coast annual, Sea Blush is a beautiful early spring wildflower that attracts a wide range of spring pollinators from moths and butterflies to smaller native bees.
Seed packet size: 1.0 grams (~750 seeds)
A truly west coast annual, Sea Blush is a beautiful early spring wildflower that attracts a wide range of spring pollinators from moths and butterflies to smaller native bees.
Seed packet size: 1.0 grams (~750 seeds)
A truly west coast annual, Sea Blush is a beautiful early spring wildflower that attracts a wide range of spring pollinators from moths and butterflies to smaller native bees.
Seed packet size: 1.0 grams (~750 seeds)
Things to know
Sunlight requirements: Full sun
Characteristics: Early-blooming bright pink flower clusters flowers with tall stems and slender, rounded leaves.
Bloom time: Spring to early summer
Height: 12-24 inches
Soil conditions: Can tolerate multiple environments but prefers well-draining soil.
When to sow: Fall or Spring
Planting instructions: Direct sow seeds into weed-free soil. Seeds can be lightly raked into the soil. Keep soil moist until germination.
Germination time: 7-14 days
Life cycle: Annual
Sea Blush (Plectritis Congesta)
This a stunning annual is native to the western coastal regions of North America, from Alaska to northern California. Growing 12 to 25 inches tall, it features dense clusters of pink to rose-colored flowers blooming from April to June. The leaves are oppositely arranged, with broader lower leaves and narrower upper leaves. Its slender, slightly hairy stems add to its distinct appearance. Sea Blush thrives in coastal prairies, meadows, open woodlands, and grassy slopes, preferring well-drained soils and full to partial sunlight. Sea Blush is vital for early-season pollinators like bees and butterflies, providing essential nectar when few other flowers are available. Its roots help stabilize soil, reducing erosion, particularly in coastal regions. In restoration projects, Plectritis congesta is used to quickly establish native plant communities and promote biodiversity.
Bring the beauty and ecological benefits of Sea Blush to your garden. Perfect for pollinator-friendly gardens, meadows, and restoration projects, this plant supports both biodiversity and soil health.
Wild Spaces Land Care is a Vancouver-based company focused on highlighting the importance of gardening with native species. We want to bring more attention to our native flora and make the plants more accessible to local gardeners. We source our seeds from high-quality suppliers around the PNW and ensure high quality seeds and high industry standards for germination rates.