Species blue pimpernel
Vibrant blue flowers and dark green leaves on gray stems.

blue pimpernel

Anagallis monelli

The blue pimpernel is a truly amazing species of plant. It is extremely tiny, but its vivid blue blooms are breathtaking and colorful. It is very low-maintenance and can thrive in many climates. Additionally, it does its best when planted in pots, meaning it can grow just about anywhere, making it a great choice for both gardens or balconies. The blue pimpernel also has an impressive bloom time, lasting from May until October, providing a long time of beautiful flowers. To top it off, the blue pimpernel is incredibly resilient and can survive extreme cold and drought conditions. Its charm and beauty make it a truly amazing plant species.

Cycle:

Herbaceous Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Seed Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

8 - 10

Flowers:

Gentian blue with small red center Flowers

Sun:

full sun

Soil:

Well-drained

Fruits:

blue,purple,pink,white Fruits In Autumn Ready In Summer

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

High

Maintenance:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Water blue pimpernel (Anagallis monelli) moderately, allowing the soil to become slightly dry between watering. Water thoroughly but avoid soggy soil to prevent root rot. Water the plant weekly or biweekly during the spring and summer, when the plant is actively growing. Reduce watering in the fall and winter, when growth slows. Water only when the soil feels dry to the touch.

sunlight

Blue pimpernel (Anagallis monelli) does best in full sun or partial shade, meaning a minimum of 6 hours of sunlight daily. For optimal growth, blue pimpernel should have 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight throughout the day, ideally in the morning and late afternoon, with some shade during the hottest part of the day. Blue pimpernel can tolerate some shade, but will not flower as well and will be less hardy. Generally, during the summer the sun should be slightly less intense in the afternoon for optimal flowering and foliage growth.

pruning

Blue Pimpernel (Anagallis monelli) should be pruned during the summer months when the flowering period is coming to an end. Prune lightly and selectively, removing dead or damaged stems and thinning out any excessive growth. Cut back stems that have finished flowering to a few centimeters above the foliage and deadhead to promote further flowering. Pruning may also be done to reshape the plant if necessary and to make room for new growth.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering

Anagallis monelli typically starts flowering in April and May.

Harvest Fruit

The harvesting season for Anagallis monelli typically begins in June and ends in August.

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