{"product_id":"sperli-88026-balkon-nuetzlingsparadies","title":"SPERLI Balkon-Nützlingsparadies – Flower Seed Mix","description":"\u003cp\u003eA mix whose name says who it blooms for: beneficial insects. 10 to 50 cm tall, multicoloured and in flower from June to October.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe story\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrigins \u0026 history\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGardeners have long known that ladybirds devour aphids. Today, encouraging beneficial insects is at the heart of wildlife-friendly gardening: rather than fighting pests, you invite their natural enemies. This mix brings that idea to the balcony.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eUses\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMany beneficial insects, such as hoverflies and lacewings, seek nectar and pollen as adults, while their larvae feed on aphids. A flowering balcony becomes a resting place for them in the middle of town. Balcony \u0026amp; Flowering Plant Compost and Window Box Fertiliser support the mix through its flowering season from June to October.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMeaning\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe ladybird, best known of all beneficial insects, carries the Virgin Mary in its name – “Our Lady’s bird” – and is still regarded as a bringer of luck.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eA thought for giving\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis mix takes up to four weeks to germinate. Whoever waits becomes host to small guests nobody invited, yet who are always welcome.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 packet for approx. 0.5 m²\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e mixture\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLife cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e annual\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10–50 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e sunny, partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for containers:\u003c\/strong\u003e yes (window box, container, pot)\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSow outdoors:\u003c\/strong\u003e April–June\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e June–October\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.5–1 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15–20 °C\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14–28 days\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed type:\u003c\/strong\u003e loose seed\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to sow\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003col\u003e\u003cli\u003eFrom April to June, sow directly into window boxes, tubs or pots filled with Balcony \u0026amp; Flowering Plant Compost.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eScatter the seeds broadcast, cover thinly with 0.5 to 1 cm of soil, press lightly and keep moist.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eAt 15 to 20 °C they germinate in 14 to 28 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003ePlace in sun or partial shade; one portion covers about 0.5 m².\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDelivery time: 1–2 weeks.\u003c\/strong\u003e Manufacturer: SPERLI GmbH. Seeds, not a plant – the image shows the original packet.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/saatgut\"\u003eDiscover more seeds\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SPERLI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":60185126044032,"sku":"SPERLI-88026","price":2.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/2868\/5696\/files\/00088026-000-00-vs.jpg?v=1792682546","url":"https:\/\/www.green24.de\/en\/products\/sperli-88026-balkon-nuetzlingsparadies","provider":"GREEN24","version":"1.0","type":"link"}