Week 14 | Bupleurum Griffithii | 10 Pack

10 Plant Plugs | Plug Size: 210 (This means the plugs are from a 210-cell tray.)

Ships Week 14 - Week of April 5

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Bupleurum griffithii - Griffith's Thoroughwax

Bupleurum griffithii

If you love those airy, effortless flowers that make a bouquet look like it was gathered straight from a dreamy cottage garden, Bupleurum griffithii is going to be one of your favorite fillers. This beautiful annual produces delicate sprays of tiny yellow-green flowers surrounded by fresh, chartreuse bracts, creating a light, floating texture that works with practically everything.

Bupleurum is one of those flowers that doesn't demand attention but somehow makes every arrangement better. Its branching stems and soft green coloring add movement, volume, and a natural, garden-gathered feel to bouquets. Whether you're working with bold dahlias, romantic ranunculus, or delicate lisianthus, Bupleurum brings everything together without competing with the focal flowers.

Unlike many traditional filler flowers, Bupleurum offers both beautiful blooms and attractive foliage. Its rounded, blue-green leaves clasp the stems, adding another layer of texture and making the entire branch useful for floral design.

For specialty cut flower growers, Bupleurum is especially valuable because of its versatility. The branching stems produce multiple usable sprays, and its fresh green color is always in demand for wedding work, market bouquets, and everyday floral arrangements.

Why you'll want this beauty:

• Color: Chartreuse, yellow-green flowers with blue-green foliage.
• Form: Airy, branching sprays of tiny flowers and delicate green bracts.
• Height: Approximately 24-36 inches.
• Bloom Time: Late spring through early summer, depending on planting date and climate.
• Plant Type: Cool-season annual.
• Hardiness: Grown as an annual in most USDA zones; established plants tolerate light frost.
• Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade.
• Best For: Cut flower production, bouquet fillers, wedding arrangements, cottage gardens, and naturalistic plantings.
• Vase Life: Approximately 7-10 days with proper care.

Growing Tips: Plant Bupleurum in full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. This cool-season annual performs best when established during mild spring temperatures, before intense summer heat arrives.

Transplant plugs carefully to minimize root disturbance, and water thoroughly after planting. Maintain consistent moisture while plants establish, but avoid overly wet soil. Once established, Bupleurum is relatively low maintenance and generally does not require heavy fertilization.

For cut flower production, allow plants to develop strong, branching stems before harvesting. Support netting may be helpful in windy locations or dense production plantings.

Harvest when the small yellow-green flowers are fully developed and the stems have become firm. Cutting too early can result in wilting, so allowing the flower clusters to mature is important for good vase performance. Place freshly harvested stems immediately into clean water and allow them to hydrate thoroughly before arranging.

Bupleurum prefers cooler growing conditions, so in warmer climates, spring planting generally produces the best results. Plants may flower more quickly as temperatures rise and days lengthen.

If you're looking for a dependable, versatile filler that adds beautiful green color and natural movement to your bouquets, Bupleurum griffithii is one of those flowers you'll find yourself reaching for again and again.

Shipping Details & Plant Guarantee

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