{"product_id":"ga-heliptere-pierrot-red-bio","title":"Helicopterus 'Pierrot Red' organic","description":"\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOrganic 'Pierrot Red' Helipterum roseum from Gaia seed company, a striking annual with intense red flowers perfect for fresh and dried bouquets\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The heliptera 'Pierrot Red' is a spectacular heritage annual producing \u003cstrong\u003evibrant red, papillose flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e set against a striking \u003cstrong\u003eblack and yellow center\u003c\/strong\u003e . Its luminous blooms last all summer, borne on a \u003cstrong\u003ebushy, branching\u003c\/strong\u003e plant with fine, lance-shaped leaves. Undemanding, heat-tolerant, and ideal for \u003cstrong\u003erock gardens\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong\u003eborders\u003c\/strong\u003e , and \u003cstrong\u003edry beds\u003c\/strong\u003e , it creates an airy texture in the garden while also providing excellent cut flowers. The long-lasting blooms are beautifully \u003cstrong\u003edried\u003c\/strong\u003e for arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompanion plants\u003c\/strong\u003e : Lavender, Rosemary, Sage, Thyme, Echinacea, Yarrow, Coreopsis, Gaillardia, Mugwort\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eNegative plants\u003c\/strong\u003e : Fern, Hosta, Astilbe, Impatiens, Begonia, Caladium (for overly humid environments)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSpread\/Habit\u003c\/strong\u003e : Bushy and branching\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePlant height\u003c\/strong\u003e : 30 to 45 cm\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eQuantity per packet\u003c\/strong\u003e : 45 seeds\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCertification\u003c\/strong\u003e : Environmentally friendly product\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSpecial features\u003c\/strong\u003e : Intense red flowers, long-lasting in bouquets, excellent dried flower, ideal for dry soils, continuous summer flowering\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLeaf color\u003c\/strong\u003e : Finely lanceolate, greyish-green\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTexture\/flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e : Dry, flaky petals, edible flowers\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCold tolerance\u003c\/strong\u003e : Down to 0°C (not hardy)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Farming method\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eSow indoors \u003cstrong\u003e6 to 8 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e before the last frost. Lightly cover the seeds \u003cstrong\u003e3 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e deep and keep the substrate \u003cstrong\u003econsistently moist\u003c\/strong\u003e until germination, which occurs in \u003cstrong\u003e7 to 14 days\u003c\/strong\u003e at temperatures between \u003cstrong\u003e18 and 27°C\u003c\/strong\u003e . Transplant outdoors after all risk of frost has passed, in \u003cstrong\u003efull sun\u003c\/strong\u003e (level 3) with light watering (level 1). Space plants \u003cstrong\u003e15 to 30 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e apart and rows \u003cstrong\u003e45 to 60 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e apart. Heliptera prefers \u003cstrong\u003edry, well-drained\u003c\/strong\u003e , and poor soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Harvesting and preservation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eHarvest \u003cstrong\u003efully open\u003c\/strong\u003e flowers for optimal quality. For dried arrangements, cut the stems \u003cstrong\u003eearly in the morning\u003c\/strong\u003e and hang them \u003cstrong\u003eupside down\u003c\/strong\u003e in a dry, well-ventilated area until completely dry. Store dried flowers in a \u003cstrong\u003ecool, dry, and dark\u003c\/strong\u003e place to preserve their color. For fresh use, place the stems in room-temperature water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Usage ideas\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e • In \u003cstrong\u003edried bouquets\u003c\/strong\u003e , where their red\/black hues create a strong visual impact\u003cbr\u003e • \u003cstrong\u003eFresh flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e for summer arrangements\u003cbr\u003e • In \u003cstrong\u003erock gardens\u003c\/strong\u003e or dry flowerbeds with lavender and artemisia\u003cbr\u003e • In sunny spots for a vibrant touch of red\u003cbr\u003e • In butterfly gardens, thanks to their nectar-rich flowers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'Pierrot Red'\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e heliptera brings a \u003cstrong\u003eburst of red\u003c\/strong\u003e to the garden, exceptional vase life, and remarkable ease of cultivation. 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