Highly novel, easy to grow plant, ideal for the border or patio containers. Base branching with spiky foliage and stems which bear many edible, bright-red strawberry-like fruits through to early autumn.

Sow from February to April indoors at 21-24C (70-75F) in good seed compost. Just cover the seed with compost and keep the soil damp but not wet. Germination usually takes 5-14 days.

They can also be sown outdoors where they are to flower during May once the soil has warmed. Keep moist until after germination and thin out to 30cm (12in) apart.

When seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant and grow in cooler conditions. Gradually acclimatise to outdoor conditions for 10-15 days before planting out after all risk of frost, 45cm (18in) apart in a sunny spot.