Rarely seen; clusters of beautiful star-like flowers. Glossy 3-6in Narrow leaves.

Sow in trays, pots, etc of good seed compost in a propagator or warm place to maintain an optimum temperature of 55-60F (13-15C). Surface sow on a peat/sand mix seed compost and do not exclude light. Sowing Time: February to July. Germination can be very slow. After sowing in a pot of peaty compost, seal in a polythene bag and leave at 55-65F (13-18C) for 2-3 weeks. Then place in a refrigerator (not freezer) for 3-6 weeks, after' which return to recommended germination temperature. Keep the compost moist at all times.

Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle into 7.5cm (3in) pots. Acclimatise young plants to outdoor conditions before planting out 30cm (12in) apart in full sun in ordinary garden soil.