birds eye flower seeds Buy Gilia Bird's Eye by Kings Seeds NZ online

birds eye flower seeds Buy Gilia Bird's Eye by Kings Seeds NZ onlineGilia tricolour, also known as birds eyes or tricolour gilia, is a delicate and delightful annual native to California but well suited to New Zealand gardens. It produces masses of small, trumpet shaped flowers in a mix pale blue, white and yellow, often with a striking purple centre. These colourful blooms appear in airy clusters above fine, fern like foliage, creating a soft, meadow like effect. Gilia tricolour is ideal for wildflower gardens,

Gilia tricolour, also known as bird’s eyes or tricolour gilia, is a delicate and delightful annual native to California but well-suited to New Zealand gardens. It produces masses of small, trumpet-shaped flowers in a mix pale blue, white and yellow, often with a striking purple centre. These colourful blooms appear in airy clusters above fine, fern-like foliage, creating a soft, meadow-like effect. 

Gilia tricolour is ideal for wildflower gardens, naturalistic plantings and cottage-style borders, where its informal habit blends beautifully with other annuals. It is also well-suited to containers, particularly when combined with other spring and summer bloomers. Its nectar-rich flowers attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, making it a great choice for wildlife-friendly gardens. 

Plants grow to a height of 50–70 cm and begin flowering 8–10 weeks after sowing. Once established, Gilia is relatively drought-tolerant and low-maintenance. Deadheading will prolong the flowering season.