A striking mix of ruby splashed, cream-washed blooms with a vintage, painterly feel. Edible flowers and leaves — perfect for salads, garnishes, and bold summer colour. A prolific, low-maintenance sprawler that thrives in poor soil and still puts on a show. When to Sow: Mar-May
HOW TO SOW: Sow indoors - Sow into pots of moist well drained compost and cover with a20mm of soil. Ideal temp. 18-24°C. Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle into individual pots.
Sow Direct - Sow where they are to flower 20mm deep. Thin & transplant as needed - Classification: Annual
- Expert Level: Easy to Grow
- Germination Time : 1-2 Weeks
- Site: Full Sun
- Soil Type: Chalk/ Sand/Loam
- Soil Acidity: All Types
- Mositure: Well drained
- Care: do not feed as plants will produce too much foliage rather than flowers
- Use: Garden Borders, Cut Flowers, Pots
- Harvesting: Cut before blooms open
- Days to Maturity: 80-95 Days
- Vase Life: 7-10 Days
- Height: 45cm
- Plant Spacing: 25cm
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