The Cockscomb Dwarf Plant is a small, flowering plant that is native to the tropical regions of South America. The plant has a rosette of fleshy, green leaves and produces small, yellow flowers. The Cockscomb Dwarf Plant is an annual plant and will die back after flowering. The plant is often grown as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be propagated from seed.
Germination rate:
The germination rate of the Cockscomb Dwarf Plant is high and the seeds will germinate readily. The seeds should be sown on the surface of a well-drained seed compost and covered with a thin layer of vermiculite. The seed compost should be kept moist but not wet and the seeds should germinate within 10-14 days. Once the seeds have germinated, the seedlings should be transplanted into individual pots and grown on in a warm, sunny position.
Size plant:
The Cockscomb Dwarf Plant grows to a height of around 30cm.
Sowing Time:
June to August
Flowering period:
The plant flowers from late spring to early summer.
Pruning:
After flowering, the plant can be cut back to encourage new growth.