Hardy Herbaceous Perennial

• Flowers in : Summer
• Germination : Challenging
• Aftercare : Particular Care Required
• Ideal for : Borders, Cut Flowers
• Height : 36 inches

Description

Invaluable long-lived border plants in numerous shades of pink, orange and scarlet with distinctive, contrasting stripe. One of the worlds' most popular cut flowers.

Sowing Instructions

Sow ¼ inch (6 mm) deep, Feb to July, in trays, pots, etc of good seed compost in a propagator or warm place to maintain an optimum temperature of 70-75F (20-25C). After sowing, seal the seed tray, pot etc. in a polythene bag and keep at 70F (20C) for 3 weeks, then place in a refrigerator at 5C (40F) for 3 weeks. After this place in warmth 70F (20C). Germination then takes 14-30 days.

Aftercare

Prefers a rich, light, well drained soil. Choose a sheltered position where they won)t be disturbed for several years.

Caution

May cause skin allergy