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.

W - WALLFLOWER

THE PLANT

Gorgeous, pleasantly-scented bright yellow-orange

flowers on slender, dark-green foliage.

THE TYPE

A typeface inspired by the ghostly aesthetics

of horror film posters from the 1970s and 1980s

Details:

Name: Wallflower

Variety: Fair lady mixed

Latin name: Erysimum cheiri

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: 30-45 cm height, 25-35 cm spread

Container size: Minimum 20 cm diameter

HOW TO GROW

SOWING

Outdoor Late spring or late summer

Indoor 6-8 weeks before last frost

GERMINATION

Time 10-14 days

Temperature 15-20°C

HOW TO SOW

Direct sow Sow seeds on soil surface; press lightly but do not cover

Indoor Surface-sow in trays with light exposure

CARING

Light Full sun to partial shade 

Watering Moderate; water when soil is dry to the touch 

Soil Well-drained, neutral to slightly alkaline

Feeding Light feeding in spring is sufficient

GROWING TIP

Wallflowers are hardy and can tolerate cool weather.

Regular deadheading encourages more blooms throughout the season.

HARVESTING

Harvest flowers when fully open for fresh arrangements.

Wallflowers add fragrance and color to bouquets.

INTERESTING FACTS

Fun fact 1

Wallflowers get their name because they often

grow in crevices of walls and rocky areas.

Fun fact 2

Known for their sweet fragrance,

wallflowers are a favorite in cottage gardens.