Cerinthe, a gorgeous, shrubby annual with teal frinds, is not just a pleasure for the eyes. Listen closely to the bell-shaped blooms and you'll hear the joyful reverberation of bees achieving pollination using a process known as sonication. Each bee grabs the fower firmly and rapidly fires its flight muscles; this intense shakig releases pollen from the anthers while generating a buzzing sound that is amplified by the bellp-shaped flowers. Bring some frinds indoors; their beauty will echo from room to room. Makes an excellent bouguet filler.
Approx. 50 seeds.
Artwork by Jessica Battista.
