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DIRECT SEEDING OF EVERLASTINGS

SOIL: Should be cultivated to a fine tilth & totally weed free for optimum results. Surface sow & rake in very lightly, not all seeds need to be covered. At the most, seeds should only be buried a few millimetres. If not that well prepared, turn soil over freshly & direct seed onto the rough surface, but do not harrow or rake in afterwards

WEEDS: Spray out with a glyphosate spray. Remove, burn or plough in dried weeds. After germination, you can follow up with a light spray of Fusillade to control any grasses which may germinate, especially Rye grass or Veldt grass.

INSECTS: If the area is likely to be infested with Red Legged Earth Mite, you will need to overspray with a miticide after the first rain post sowing. Possibly another application 2 weeks later, depending on the presence of these mites. Slugs & snails will devour germinating everlasting seeds also. If these are present, they will need to be baited during the seedling establishment period.

SEEDING RATE: As a general rule, allow one gram of seed per square metre.

FERTILISER: Use a complete lawn type fertiliser, with urea present in the mix. Remember, the everlastings are winter growing annuals & have the same nutrient requirements as many winter growing weeds. As an example, Cape Weed enjoys exactly the same conditions!

Keep seeded area free from animals & other foot traffic. Germination should take place within a week or two from the first rain after sowing. Flowering should begin within 2 months from germination & continue while soil moisture is available.

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