Hardy Herbaceous Perennial

• Flowers in : Mid to Late Summer
• Germination : Experience Useful
• Aftercare : Easy
• Ideal for : Borders, Cottage Gardens
• Height : 6 feet

Description

An exciting selection of purple, red, pink and pale pink forms. Bred by the nursery situated near, and named after the highest of the Mourne Mountains in Co. Down, Ireland - Slieve Donard. Height: 90-180cm (3-6ft).

Sowing Instructions

Sow late winter to late summer at 16-18C (60-65F) in a good compost. Sow seed on surface of compost and gently firm down compost. Keep soil damp but not wet. Do not exclude light, sealing in a polythene bag after sowing is helpful. Germination usually takes 1-6 months.

Aftercare

Avoid heavy wet soils as excess damp can be fatal. Once established they don't like to be disturbed.