Description
Mimosa or Sensitive Plant Seeds 6070.
Interactive Botanical Wonder with Touch-Sensitive Leaves and Fluffy Pink-Purple Blooms.
Sensitive Plant (Mimosa pudica), also known as Mimosa, is a fascinating open-pollinated plant world-famous for its rapid thigmonastic movement—its delicate, fern-like leaves quickly fold inward when touched or blown on, accompanied by a faint whispering rustle, before slowly reopening minutes later. Reaching a height of 30 to 40 cm, it produces charming, fluffy globe-shaped pink and purple flower balls throughout the summer. Tender perennial by nature (hardy only to Zone 9), in Canada it is primarily grown as a novel houseplant year-round or as a warm-season annual outdoors during peak summer heat.
Quick Seed Details
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Product Code: 6070
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Botanical Name: Mimosa pudica
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Type: Tender Perennial (Grown as an Annual or Houseplant in Canada)
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Height: 30–45 cm
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Plant Spacing: 20–25 cm apart
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Light Requirement: Bright, indirect sunlight (Indoors); Full Sun to Partial Shade (Outdoors)
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Soil Preference: Fine, sandy, well-draining potting mix
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Germination: Approx. 15 days
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Seed Depth: 3 mm deep
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Seed Count: Approx. 45–50 seeds per packet (150 seeds per gram)
What you need to know to Plant & Grow
Sensitive Plants require steady bottom heat for reliable germination and protection from cool drafts.
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Indoor Starting: Sow seeds 3 mm deep in a fine, sandy growing medium. Maintain a consistent soil temperature of 26°C during the 15-day germination period using a seedling heat mat.
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Growing On: Once sprouted, grow seedlings on under lights at a cooler temperature of 18°C.
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Indoor Care: Position in a bright spot with plenty of indirect sunlight, safely away from cold drafts.
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Outdoor Care: If moving outdoors for the summer, wait until ambient temperatures consistently remain at or above 26°C with high humidity.
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Fertilizer & Handling: Feed every two weeks through the summer using a half-strength, water-soluble fertilizer high in potassium (such as tomato food). Gardener’s Tip: While watching the leaves fold is delightful, avoid triggering the movement excessively, as frequent folding drains the plant’s energy over time.
Why Sensitive Plant Seeds belong in Your Garden
If you are looking for an engaging, educational plant that fascinates both children and seasoned gardeners, Sensitive Plant is an unrivaled choice. Its unique touch-response mechanics, delicate foliage, and fluffy summer flowers make it a standout houseplant or container feature for Canadian homes and warm patio gardens.
