Oxypetalum coeruleum | Heavenly Blue | Tweedia Hellebore The flower stems rise gracefully

The flower stems rise gracefully above the grey-green divided lacy foliage

as a stake to hold up plants such as tomatoes or you could as one of our customers has done tie twine to it

Plant in full sun or dappled shade in well-drained soil and some protection from wind is appreciated

Its seed pods also make great dried flowers

Oxypetalum coeruleum | Heavenly Blue | Tweedia Hellebore The flower stems rise gracefullyKnown to many by the name Tweedia this delightful plant is recognised for its clear, pale sky blue starry flowers which are long lasting and make an excellent cut flower. Also a very useful food plant for butterflies. The stems have latex like sap when cut that needs cauterising to seal, which you can use either a flame or dip the ends into boiling water. This variety is particularly good for cutting as it has lovely long stems. Tweedia has grey