A superb dual purpose variety from the Universal range. Sow in late winter/early spring for summer flowers, again in early summer to produce flowers in autumn and continuing through the winter till spring in mild spells. Early and with plenty of good sized bright mahogany red flowers with a conspicuous 'face'. Useful for beds, borders, window boxes, baskets, tubs etc. Flowers summer. Height: 15-23cm (6-9in).

For winter flowers sow in mid summer 1.5mm (1/16in) deep in good seed compost excluding light as darkness is beneficial. Germination usually takes 14-21 days at 19-24C (65-75F). Keep the soil just moist and avoid high temperatures which will prevent germination.

For summer flowers sow late winter/spring or late summer. The summer sowings should be moved to a coldframe and planted out in early spring.

When seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant and grow cool and plant out in the autumn 23-30cm (9-12in) apart in most soils, sun or part shade.