Description
Masses of graceful brilliant red flowers with a satin sheen and a prominent eye. Stunning in drifts in an informal border. Birds are attracted to the seed pods. For outdoor sowing
When March to May.
Where In a prepared seed bed in flowering position.
How Sow thinly in rows 20cm apart. Cover lightly with 0.5cm of fine soil. Firm gently and keep moist. Seedlings appear 14-28 days. Make 2-3 sowings a for a longer flowering season.
Care When large enough thin to 10cm apart. Keep moist and weed free.
Flowers June to September. Remove dead heads to prolong flowering or allow attractive seed heads to develop. Semi-circular rows create a more natural effect.
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