Sensitive Briar Seeds
Mimosa nuttallii
- HOW TO GROW
- FAST FACTS
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Direct sow in early spring. To soften the hard coating on these seeds, rub them lightly with sandpaper or soak them in warm water overnight before sowing. Sow them in early spring, planting on the surface of the soil since light helps them germinate. Keep the soil lightly moist until germination, which usually occurs within 21-30 days. The seed can also be started indoors. Transplant seedlings as soon as they can safely be handled and there is no chance of frost.
Growing: Water seedlings occasionally until they become established; they usually will not produce blooms until their second year of growth, due to the development of their tap root. Mature plants tolerate drought well and flourish in dry or rocky areas; they usually do not spread. This plant's unusual flowers attract bees, butterflies, and birds.
Harvesting: These blossoms do not perform well as cut flowers, and are best enjoyed outdoors.
Seed Saving: This plant will eventually produce rough 3-5" pods that will split and release their seeds. Harvest the pods as soon as they have begun to dry, but before they split open. Separate the seeds from the pods. Store the seeds in a cool, dry place.
FAST FACTS
Common Names: Cat's Claw, Nuttall's Sensitive Brier, Bashful Brier, Shame-boy, Devil's Shoestrings, Sensitive Briar
Latin Name: Mimosa nuttallii
Species Origin: US Native Wildflower
Type: Native Wildflowers
Life Cycle: Perennial
USDA Zones: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
US Regions: Arid/Desert, Plains/Texas, Midwest, Southeast
Seeds per Ounce: 2,400
Stratification: Cold/Wet for 1 Week
Germination Ease: Stratify 1 Week
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: 36 Inches
Color: Pink
Bloom Season: Blooms Early Summer, Blooms Late Summer
DESCRIPTION
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Direct sow in early spring. To soften the hard coating on these seeds, rub them lightly with sandpaper or soak them in warm water overnight before sowing. Sow them in early spring, planting on the surface of the soil since light helps them germinate. Keep the soil lightly moist until germination, which usually occurs within 21-30 days. The seed can also be started indoors. Transplant seedlings as soon as they can safely be handled and there is no chance of frost.
Growing: Water seedlings occasionally until they become established; they usually will not produce blooms until their second year of growth, due to the development of their tap root. Mature plants tolerate drought well and flourish in dry or rocky areas; they usually do not spread. This plant's unusual flowers attract bees, butterflies, and birds.
Harvesting: These blossoms do not perform well as cut flowers, and are best enjoyed outdoors.
Seed Saving: This plant will eventually produce rough 3-5" pods that will split and release their seeds. Harvest the pods as soon as they have begun to dry, but before they split open. Separate the seeds from the pods. Store the seeds in a cool, dry place.
FAST FACTS
Common Names: Cat's Claw, Nuttall's Sensitive Brier, Bashful Brier, Shame-boy, Devil's Shoestrings, Sensitive Briar
Latin Name: Mimosa nuttallii
Species Origin: US Native Wildflower
Type: Native Wildflowers
Life Cycle: Perennial
USDA Zones: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
US Regions: Arid/Desert, Plains/Texas, Midwest, Southeast
Seeds per Ounce: 2,400
Stratification: Cold/Wet for 1 Week
Germination Ease: Stratify 1 Week
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: 36 Inches
Color: Pink
Bloom Season: Blooms Early Summer, Blooms Late Summer