Big, bright, showy blooms for a real, long lived, splash of colour in the summer border and as cut flowers. Easily grown. A half hardy annual, flowering the same year. Prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. Large vibrant, double blooms like flattened domes with a 'crisp' texture, guaranteed to be patted!

How to Sow Seeds

Method: Sow thinly, 1/4'' (6mm) deep, in rows 10in (25cm) apart.
Thinning: Once seedlings are large enough to identify, thin out to 10in (25cm) between plants.
Growing notes: Keep moist. Remove dead flower heads to prolong flowering.

Growing Needs

Position: Sunny position
Soil: Well-drained soil
Water: Keep moist

Plant Characteristics

Plant type: Hardy annual
Flowers: Large vibrant, double blooms like flattened domes with a 'crisp' texture, guaranteed to be patted!
Uses: Big, bright, showy blooms for a real, long lived, splash of colour in the summer border and as cut flowers