Pheasant’s Eye Heirloom Seeds (Adonis aestivalis) Brilliant red wildflower with ferny foliage; historic cottage garden plant with self-seeding charm
Minimum: 50+ Seeds
Ignite Your Garden with the Fiery Charm of Pheasant’s Eye
For gardeners, seed collectors, and lovers of historic blooms, Pheasant’s Eye (Adonis aestivalis) offers a dazzling splash of brilliant red that recalls timeless cottage gardens and wildflower meadows. This heirloom wildflower enchants with its delicate, fern-like foliage and fiery scarlet petals that open wide in spring and early summer. If you want a flower that’s as captivating as it is easy to grow, Pheasant’s Eye is a must-have for your collection.
Standing 12 to 18 inches tall, this elegant annual forms neat clumps of finely divided greenery topped by bright red flowers with a golden center that attract bees and butterflies. Its light, airy presence adds a painterly quality to borders, mixed flower beds, and meadow gardens. Pheasant’s Eye thrives in full sun to part shade and adapts well to many soil types, making it accessible for gardeners across USDA zones 4–9.
Why Grow Pheasant’s Eye Heirloom Seeds?
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Striking, brilliant red flowers with soft ferny foliage
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A beloved cottage garden classic with a rich horticultural history
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Self-seeding nature ensures a natural, effortless garden presence year after year
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Attracts pollinators, supporting local bee and butterfly populations
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Versatile for borders, wildflower mixes, and naturalistic landscapes
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Hardy in zones 4–9 and easy for beginners and seasoned gardeners alike
Growing Tips for Lush, Vibrant Blooms:
Sow Pheasant’s Eye seeds outdoors in early spring or fall for best germination. Choose a location with full sun to light shade and well-draining soil enriched with organic matter. Space seeds about 6 to 12 inches apart to allow room for growth and airflow. This plant prefers moderate watering and benefits from regular deadheading to extend its flowering period.
Thanks to its self-seeding ability, Pheasant’s Eye often returns without fuss, spreading gently to fill spaces and add continuity to your garden design.
A Bloom with History and Grace
Pheasant’s Eye has graced European cottage gardens for centuries, prized for its vibrant color and graceful foliage. Its charming, old-world appeal brings a touch of nostalgia and wild beauty to modern gardens. Beyond aesthetics, it’s an important nectar source for early-season pollinators awakening from winter.
Bring home Pheasant’s Eye heirloom seeds today and invite a burst of radiant red and timeless elegance into your garden. Watch as this historic wildflower weaves itself effortlessly into your landscape, season after season.