Distinctive Five Spots
Produces white flowers marked with five purple spots, creating its characteristic and recognizable appearance.
Five Spot Nemophila Seeds for Sale
Suitable for home gardening use
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Five Spot Nemophila Seeds
Five Spot Nemophila (Nemophila maculata) is a charming annual wildflower known for its white, cup-shaped flowers with distinctive purple spots at the tips of its petals. It adds delicate color to flower beds, borders, cottage gardens, and containers. This cool-season flower grows best in mild weather, partial shade, and moist, well-drained soil.
Five Spot Flower
White and Purple Blooms
Annual Wildflower
Pollinator Garden
Key Features
Compact Growth
Develops a low-growing, spreading habit suitable for garden borders, flower beds, and containers.
Cool-Season Flower
Grows best during mild weather and can provide seasonal color in spring gardens.
Wildflower Appeal
Its delicate flowers add natural charm to cottage gardens, informal plantings, and wildflower displays.
Product Highlights
Scientific name: Nemophila maculata
White flowers with five purple spots
Annual flowering wildflower
Low-growing spreading habit
Suitable for borders and flower beds
Can be grown in containers
Prefers mild growing conditions
Thrives in moist, well-drained soil
Specifications
| Scientific Name | Nemophila maculata |
| Common Name | Five Spot; Five Spot Nemophila |
| Plant Family | Boraginaceae |
| Seed Type | Annual Flower Seeds |
| Plant Type | Annual Wildflower |
| Flower Color | White with five purple spots |
| Growth Habit | Low-growing and spreading |
| Plant Height | Approximately 6–12 inches |
| Planting Season | Spring in cool climates; fall in mild-winter climates |
| Germination Time | Approximately 7–14 days under suitable conditions |
| Germination Temperature | Approximately 55–65°F (13–18°C) |
| Sunlight | Full sun in cool weather to partial shade |
| Soil Requirements | Moist, fertile, well-drained soil |
| Watering | Keep soil evenly moist without waterlogging |
| Blooming Season | Spring to early summer, depending on climate |
| Plant Spacing | Approximately 6–9 inches |
| Uses | Flower Beds, Borders, Containers, and Wildflower Gardens |
Growing Guide
Step 1: Choose the Right Season
Sow Five Spot Nemophila seeds during cool weather. Spring is suitable in colder regions, while fall sowing may work in areas with mild winters.
Sow Five Spot Nemophila seeds during cool weather. Spring is suitable in colder regions, while fall sowing may work in areas with mild winters.
Step 2: Prepare the Soil
Select a location with moist, well-drained soil. Remove weeds and loosen the soil before sowing.
Select a location with moist, well-drained soil. Remove weeds and loosen the soil before sowing.
Step 3: Sow the Seeds
Sow seeds directly into the garden or containers. Cover them lightly with soil according to the seed supplier's instructions.
Sow seeds directly into the garden or containers. Cover them lightly with soil according to the seed supplier's instructions.
Step 4: Maintain Moisture
Water gently after sowing and keep the soil consistently moist during germination. Avoid excessive watering and standing water.
Water gently after sowing and keep the soil consistently moist during germination. Avoid excessive watering and standing water.
Step 5: Care for Growing Plants
Provide full sun during cool weather or partial shade in warmer conditions. Avoid excessive heat and maintain suitable soil moisture for healthy flowering.
Provide full sun during cool weather or partial shade in warmer conditions. Avoid excessive heat and maintain suitable soil moisture for healthy flowering.
Add Delicate Beauty with Five Spot Nemophila
Five Spot Nemophila brings distinctive white flowers with purple markings to seasonal flower beds, borders, and containers. With cool growing conditions, suitable sunlight, and moist, well-drained soil, this charming annual wildflower can brighten your garden with delicate spring blooms.
Frequently Asked Questions
Learn about Five Spot Nemophila seed germination, seasonal planting, and the growing conditions this wildflower prefers.
When should I plant Five Spot Nemophila seeds?
Plant Five Spot Nemophila seeds during cool weather. In colder climates, sow them in spring after the soil becomes workable. In regions with mild winters, fall sowing may be suitable. Avoid planting during periods of intense heat, as this cool-season flower generally performs best in mild temperatures.
Why do Five Spot Nemophila flowers have purple spots?
The five purple markings at the tips of the white petals are a natural characteristic of Nemophila maculata. These distinctive spots give the plant its common name, Five Spot. The contrasting markings make it easy to recognize among other small annual wildflowers.
Can Five Spot Nemophila grow in partial shade?
Yes, Five Spot Nemophila can grow in partial shade, particularly where afternoon temperatures are warm. It can also grow in full sun during cool weather. Provide moist, well-drained soil and protect plants from excessive heat to support healthy growth and flowering.