Collinsia sparsiflora is a flowering plant in the family Plantaginaceae known by the common names spinster's blue-eyed Mary and few-flowered collinsia. One variety of the species is native to the West Coast of the United States as far north as Washington, while the other three varieties are limited to California alone.
Spinster's blue eyed mary shows good resistance to disease and is generally not easily affected by them. However, it can be susceptible to pests and ailments present in its environment. These problems are typically not severe. In terms of care, the plant requires moderate maintenance. It should be pruned regularly to keep a neat appearance and support healthy growth. Fertilizing can also encourage flowering. Spinster's blue eyed mary is suitable for anyone with outdoor space, such as a garden or patio, and does not demand extensive care experience. It may need more attention when grown indoors.
How to keep Collinsia Sparsiflora.
Light
Spinster's blue eyed mary comes from habitats with dappled sunlight, such as forest understories or rocky sites that provide natural shade. It thrives in partial sun but can also adapt to full sun conditions.
Temperature
Spinster's blue eyed mary can tolerate a wide range of temperatures, though its range may still be restricted by different combinations of water and heat. It performs best in warm summer conditions with sufficient rainfall or watering. Extended periods of cloudy, rainy weather, as well as prolonged high temperatures, can raise the chance of Spinster's blue eyed mary dying. In winter, protecting it from the cold can increase its survival rate.
Fertilizer
When most of Spinster's blue eyed mary blooms have opened to full size, resume fertilizing. Around the time the flowers are at peak production, fertilize once every three to four weeks, as the weather allows. After Spinster's blue eyed mary begins to produce fewer new blooms, stop fertilizing, since there is no need to feed the plant when it can no longer produce more flowers.
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Herb
- Life Cycle
- Annual
- Genus
- Collinsia
- Family
- Plantaginaceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 7-10
- Mature Height
- 5 cm to 30 cm
- Mature Spread
- 5 cm to 15 cm
- Leaf Color
- Green, Dark Green
- Leaf Type
- Deciduous
- Flower Color
- White
- Flower Size
- 0.51 cm to 1.02 cm
- Bloom Time
- Early spring, Mid spring
- Planting Time
- Spring
- Harvest Time
- Late spring, Early summer
