Overview Adonis flowers (Adonis aestivalis), known for their bold, tropical-inspired charm, produce striking red or orange blooms that light up any garden. These easy-to-grow annuals thrive in sunny conditions and add vibrant warmth to borders, pots, or mixed garden beds. With their feathery foliage and bright petals, Adonis plants create a lively, exotic feel in both home and outdoor gardens.
Key Features
Brilliant, tropical-hued flowers ideal for warm and sunny gardens
Compact plants perfect for pots, edges, and borders
Non-GMO and beginner-friendly
Blooms attract butterflies and pollinators
Excellent for cut flowers and ornamental displays
Specifications
Common Name: Adonis Flower
Botanical Name:Adonis aestivalis
Plant Type: Annual
Flower Color: Red or orange tones
Sunlight: Full sun
Soil Type: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil
Water Requirement: Moderate
Blooming Season: Late spring to early summer
Height: 1016 inches
Zones: 39
Special Features: Non-GMO, heat-tolerant, pollinator-friendly
Planting and Growing Instructions
Sowing Time: Early spring after frost or indoors 6 weeks before transplanting.
Sowing Depth: Sow ¼ inch deep in moist soil.
Germination Time: 1421 days at 1822°C (6572°F).
Sunlight: Choose a bright, sunny location.
Watering: Keep soil evenly moist during germination; reduce after establishment.
Spacing: Space plants 810 inches apart for healthy airflow.
Maintenance: Deadhead faded blooms to extend the flowering period.
