Botanical Alphabet / U - URSINIA




Botanical Alphabet / U - URSINIA
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.
U - URSINIA
THE PLANT
Bushy plant with deep yellow, daisy-like flower heads,
perfect for cut flowers and containers.
THE TYPE
Estro, by Aldo Novarese, is a whimsical game
of irregular letters, created for an audience of children.
Details:
Name: Ursinia
Latin name: Ursinia anethoides
Seed quantity: 0,5 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, 20-30 cm spread
Container size: Minimum 20 cm diameter
HOW TO GROW
SOWING
Outdoor Late spring, after last frost
Indoor 6-8 weeks before last frost
GERMINATION
Time 7-14 days
Temperature 18-21°C
HOW TO SOW
Direct sow Sow seeds on soil surface; press lightly
Indoor Surface-sow in trays, with good light exposure
CARING
Light Full sun
Watering Moderate; water when soil is dry to the touch
Soil Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil
Feeding Light feeding in spring is usually sufficient
GROWING TIP
Ursinia is drought-tolerant once established.
Deadhead flowers to encourage continuous blooming.
HARVESTING
Harvest flowers when fully open.
Ursinia flowers are great for fresh arrangements,
adding a splash of color.
INTERESTING FACTS
Fun fact 1
Ursinia is native to South Africa and is known for its
daisy-like flowers in bright shades of orange and yellow.
Fun fact 2
Its foliage has a feathery, fern-like appearance,
adding texture to garden beds.