Half-hardy Annual

• Flowers in : Spring to early Summer
• Germination : Challenging
• Aftercare : Easy
• Ideal for : Bedding, Borders
• Height : 18 inches

Description

Dwarf, very striking annual with top branching so ideal for flower arranging. It also becomes variegated very soon after planting outdoors.

Sowing Instructions

Sow in spring at 15-18C (60-65F), 3mm (1/8in) deep in a good seed compost. Keep soil damp but not wet. Germination usually takes 10-21 days.

Aftercare

To produce longer lasting 'cut flowers', sear the cut ends over a flame or dip them in boiling water.

Caution

Toxic if eaten/skin & eye irritant