This stately flower is excellent for growing in borders and as a cut flower. It may also be grown as a spring-flowering pot plant. The white cream, pink and purple flowers bloom all round the stem and are held horizontally to reveal the markings in their tubular florets. A hardy perennial, it prefers partial shade.

How to Sow Seeds

Method: Sow 5mm (quarter-inch) deep in flowering position.
Thinning: Thin as necessary, allowing at least 30cm (1ft) between plants.
Growing notes: Scatter thinly, and keep soil moist. The plants will benefit from an occasional feed of complete fertiliser.

Growing Needs

Position: Partial shade
Water: Scatter thinly, and keep soil moist

Plant Characteristics

Plant type: Hardy perennial
Uses: This stately flower is excellent for growing in borders and as a cut flower