Stunning silky fluted blooms in the purest yellow. Bushy, compact plants flower all summer long in borders and containers.

Best sown where they are to flower in spring or late summer/early autumn for overwintering. Sow 3mm (1/8in) deep in rows 30cm (12in) apart in well cultivated soil which has been raked to a fine tilth. For spring/summer flowering pot plants in a cool greenhouse or conservatory sow in late summer/early autumn. Grow cool in full light and water sparingly.

Thin out the seedlings to 15cm (6in) apart.

They are very hardy and will grow in the poorest soils preferring full sun. For cutting, pick when the blooms are still tightly curled.