Seed Savers Sensitive Plant

The ornamental pinnate leaves of this Brazilian species close when touched by children (or adults, who also cannot resist them). This pea relative bears lilac-pink spherical flowers which precede the development of its seed pods and does best when watered sparingly and from below. The species is tough and well suited to containers, but one must be careful not to “tickle it to death.”

• Conventional
• Tender, annual plants grow to 10 inches tall
• Lilac-pink flowers
• Great for container gardens
• Leaves close when touched

Instructions - Soak the seeds in hot tap water for 20 minutes before sowing. Make sure to firmly press the soil down when sowing. Best watered at ground level to avoid “tripping” the leaves.

• Start Indoors 8-10 weeks before final frost
• Soak in warm water for 24 hours before planting
• Planting depth:  1/8" Deep
• Germination: 21-30 Days
• Light: Full Sun