Nemophila Seeds – Five Spot

Five Spot (Nemophila maculata) is a charming cool-season annual known for its unique white blooms marked with purple-blue spots on each petal tip. These seeds are ideal for brightening flower beds, borders, and wildflower gardens with soft spring color. Five Spot is easy to grow, thrives in cooler temperatures, and provides a beautiful ground-covering display. Its delicate blooms and low-maintenance nature make it a favorite among home gardeners.Features

• Produces distinctive white flowers with purple-blue petal spots

• Ideal for flower beds, borders, and wildflower-style gardens

• Cool-season annual with early spring blooms

• Low-growing and excellent for ground cover

• Attracts beneficial insects

• Easy to grow and suitable for beginner gardeners

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Nemophila maculata

• Common Name: Five Spot

• Variety: Five Spot

• Plant Type: Annual

• Height: 6–12 inches

• Spread: 6–12 inches

• Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil Needs: Moist, well-drained soil

• Germination Time: 7–14 days

• Bloom Season: Early to late spring

Season & Planting Schedule

• Indoor Sowing: Not commonly required; can be started indoors 4–6 weeks before last frost if desired

  • Typical months: January–February

• Outdoor Sowing: Sow outdoors in early spring or fall in mild climates

  • Typical months: February–April or September–November

• Flowering Months: March–May

• USDA Zones: Suitable for Zones 3–10 (cool-season annual)

• Watering: Moderate; keep soil lightly moist

• Plant Spacing: 6–12 inches apart