Description
Bold, fire engine red flowers bloom above the foliage which is intricately marked with cream. A show stopper that thrives even on the poorest soils. For outdoor sowing
When April to June.
Where In a prepared seed bed in flowering position.
How Sow 2 seeds together, with 20cm between pairs. Cover lightly with 1.5cm of fine soil and keep moist.
Care Thin to one strong seedling per position.
Flowers June to October. Remove dead heads to prolong flowering.
For indoor sowing
When February to March.
Where In trays of seed compost.
How Sow thinly, cover with 1.5cm of compost. Firm gently and keep moist. Seedlings appear 14-21 days.
Care When large enough transplant singly to small pots. Gradually acclimatise plants to outside conditions from late May onwards (avoid frosts). Transplant 20cm apart in flowering position. Keep moist and weed free.
Flowers June to October. Remove dead heads to prolong flowering. Do not feed as this encourages excess foliage.
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