A delightfully attractive and varied range of sun loving plants, with an assortment of vividly coloured rosettes. Height: 2.5-23cm (1-9in).

Sow in trays, pots, etc of good seed compost in a propagator or warm place to maintain an optimum temperature of 65-70F (18-20C). Sowing Depth: Sow in well drained compost, just covering the seed with compost. Sowing Time: February to July. Sometimes slow to germinate. If no germination after 8 weeks, pre-chill for 3 weeks.

Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle into 7.5cm (3in) pots. Grow on in a cold frame and plant out the following spring 15cm (6in) apart in full sun.

Prefers a well drained soil.