The Botanical Alphabet is a gardening and

typography project in which for each plant,

chosen from among the most beautiful

of the entire world's flora,

we have matched a typeface in an iconic

typographic style, for the pleasure of the soul

and mind and for a greener world.

A brand-new way to combine the joy of gardening

with the art of personal expression.

Spell out names, words, or special messages

with the eco-friendly seed packets,

each representing a letter of the alphabet.

Q - QUEEN ANNE'S THIMBLES

THE PLANT

Pale blue globe-shaped flowers and delicate fern-like

leaves, a plant loved by pollinator insects.

THE TYPE

Benguiat's adaption of Caslon, a renowned typeface

used for typing US Declaration of Independence.

Details:

Name: Queen Anne’s thimbles

Variety: CGilia capitata

Latin name: Papaver rhoeas

Seed quantity: 0,25 grams

Packet size: 9 x12,5 cm

Packet material: Made from paper produced

using tomato waste fibers, it can be disposed

of in biodegradable waste

Plant size: 30-60 cm height, 15-30 cm spread

Container size: Minimum 20 cm diameter

HOW TO GROW

SOWING

Outdoor Early spring or autumn

Indoor 6-8 weeks before last frost

GERMINATION

Time 14-21 days

Temperature 15-20°C

HOW TO SOW

Direct sow Sow seeds on soil surface; press lightly

Indoor Surface-sow in trays with light exposure

CARING

Light Full sun

Watering Moderate; allow soil to dry slightly

between waterings 

Soil Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil

Feeding Light feeding in spring is sufficient

GROWING TIP

Queen Anne’s Thimbles attract bees and butterflies,

making them great for pollinator gardens.

Deadhead regularly to extend blooming.

HARVESTING

Cut flowers when fully open.

Seed heads can be left on the plant

for self-seeding or harvested for propagation.

INTERESTING FACTS

Fun fact 1

Named for its resemblance to a thimble,

Gilia capitata is popular in wildflower mixes

for its delicate blue flowers.

Fun fact 2

This plant is native to North America and is often

used to attract pollinators to gardens.