The cooler it is the earlier it blooms continuing till hard frost. Double pom-pom, 3in flowers on semi-dwarf plants. Magnificent cut flower.
Sow in trays, pots, etc of good seed compost in a propagator or warm place to maintain an optimum temperature of 60-65F (15-18C). Sowing Depth: Surface sow on a peat/sand mix seed compost and do not exclude light. Sowing Time: February-July. Reduce the soil temperature at night during germination.
Prefers a moist, well drained soil. Pinch back the growing point 2-4 times as they grow to make them bushy. In autumn cut back the stems to within 15cm (6in) of the ground and mulch with a thick layer of compost.
May cause skin allergy