Nemophila Seeds - Five Spot

Nemophila Seeds – Five Spot

~280 seeds

Nemophila Five Spot is a cheerful, low-growing spring bloomer sprinkled with white petals tipped in soft violet-blue “spots.”

It’s one of those flowers that looks like it wandered out of a storybook—sweet, soft, and irresistible.

Perfect for early-season colour, Five Spot fills garden edges, rock gardens, containers, and pathways with a fresh, meadowy look. The blooms are dainty but surprisingly eye-catching, creating a gentle drift of colour that feels cool and calming, even on hot days. Because these plants stay compact and spreading, they work beautifully as a living mulch under taller annuals or tucked into bare patches where you want something charming without stealing the spotlight.

Five Spot is also fantastic for kids’ gardens or wildflower-inspired plantings—easy to grow, quick to bloom, and forgiving for beginners. Pollinators adore the open, inviting flowers, and the whole plant has that effortless, cottage-garden vibe that Canadian gardeners love. If you want something that blooms early, looks delicate but grows like a champ, and fills gaps with a soft wash of colour, Nemophila Five Spot is your new go-to.

• Annual
• Colour: Sky blue with white edges
• Attracts pollinators
• Deer resistant
• Suitable for containers
• Suitable for cut flowers (bouquets)

Plant Details

• Scientific Name: Nemophila maculata
• Open pollinated, heirloom
• Days to Maturity: 50–60 days
• Hardiness Zones: 2–9 (grown as an annual)
• Exposure: Full sun to part shade
• Soil: Well-drained, average soils
• Water: Regular, keep evenly moist
• Days to Germination: 7–14
• Optimal Soil Temperature: 12–18°C (55–65°F)
• Height: 4–9 in / 10–21 cm
• Space: plant 4 in apart
• Spread: 8–12 inches (20–30 cm)
• Thin to 6–8 inches (15–20 cm) apart

Growing Instructions
Direct sow outdoors in early spring as soon as the soil can be worked, or in late summer for fall blooms in mild regions. Scatter seeds lightly on the surface and press gently into the soil without covering deeply, as light aids germination. Keep soil consistently moist until seedlings establish. Thin to 6–8 inches (15–20 cm) apart. Nemophila thrives in cooler temperatures, making it a perfect spring or early summer flower.

FAQ
Q: Will Nemophila Baby Blue Eyes bloom all summer?
A: They bloom best in the cool weather of spring and early summer. In hotter climates, they may fade as temperatures rise, but reseeding can extend their season.

Q: Can Nemophila Baby Blue Eyes be grown in containers?
A: Yes, Nemophila thrives in pots and hanging baskets, where their trailing habit and delicate blooms can be enjoyed up close.

Q: Are Nemophila Baby Blue Eyes deer resistant?
A: Yes, deer typically avoid Nemophila, making them a safe choice for cottage and meadow gardens.