A wonderful selection of pastel colours for garden containers, in partial shade or as an indoor flowering house plant. Compact, dwarf plants with large, showy 3in. bell shaped flowers and multi-lobed leaves resembling a maple tree, blooming continuously even in high temperatures.

Sowing Time: February to April. Sow in pots or trays of moist seed compost and cover with a fine sprinkling of compost or vermiculite. Place in a propagator or warm place, and keep at a constant temperature of between 20-25C (68-77F). After sowing, do not exclude light as this helps germination. Keep the surface of the compost moist but not waterlogged; germination will usually takes 21-30 days.

When large enough to handle, transplant seedlings into 7.5cm (3in) pots or trays. Gradually acclimatise to outdoor conditions for 10-15 days before planting out after all risk of frost, 23-30cm (9-12in) apart or plant into containers. For best results, provide a rich, light, well-drained soil in full sun.