San Diego Seed Company Godetia Seeds

You can do either, but Dwarf Godetia generally performs best when direct sown into the garden once the soil warms to the appropriate temperature. If you choose to start them indoors, use biodegradable pots to minimize root disturbance during transplanting.

Each plant will spread about 12 inches wide. Plan to space your seeds or seedlings roughly a foot apart to ensure they have enough airflow and room to develop their cup-shaped blooms.

Dwarf Godetia is a cool-season annual that thrives as spring transitions into summer. While they are hardy, they may struggle or stop blooming once extreme summer heat sets in, which is why they are prized for their late-season spring performance.

While they are easy to grow and reseed readily on their own, deadheading spent blooms can encourage the plant to put energy into producing more flowers rather than seeds. If you want them to reseed for next year, leave the final blooms of the season on the plant.

Yes, their compact size—reaching only 8 to 14 inches in height—makes them an excellent choice for containers, window boxes, or hanging baskets. Just ensure your pot has good drainage and receives adequate sunlight.