A pretty perennial variety with clouds of teeny pink flowers on well branchds stems. Great for use as a filler with light and airy stems and also good for drying.
 
When to Sow: Feb- Apr
 
HOW TO SOW:
Sow indoors from Feb - Sow into pots of moist well cover with soil vermiculite to not exclude light. Ideal temp. 18-22°C. The use of a heat may may be beneficial. Grow on at 10-15°C. Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle to individual pots before planting out.
Sow Direct as soon as the soil can be raked to a fine tilth. Broadcast sow and cover the seeds lightly. Thin to 40cm once seedlings are large enough to handle.
 
Flowers in Second Year.
 
Classification: Hardy Perennial
Expert Level: Medium
Germination Time: 1-3 weeks
 
Flowering Time:Jun - Aug
Site: Full Sun
Soil Type: Chalk/ Loam
Soil Acidity: Alkaline/ Neutral
Moisture: Well drained Care: Dislikes sitting in wet soil over winter. Pinching not necessary. Required staking Use: Borders, Cut Flowers, Dried
Harvest: Cut when flowers are 70% open and sear ends in boiling water to prevent drooping
Days to Maturity: 2nd Year
 
Vase Life: 5-10 Days
Height:1.2m P
lant Spacing: 20cm