Dramatic, large blooms of the deepest black with a velvet sheen, each has a small, bright yellow eye. One of the most sought after colours, Blackjack is one of the best. A hardy perennial best treated as an annual, flowers the same year from an early sowing. Grows well in sun or partial shade.

How to Sow Seeds

Method: Sow in trays of seed compost.
Depth: Space 15-20cm (6-8in) apart.
Thinning: Thin (prick out) when the seedlings have developed 2-4 leaves.
Transplanting: Transplant the seedlings when sturdy into a well prepared garden soil.
Growing notes: Just cover the seed and keep moist. Germination will take 10-21 days.

Growing Needs

Position: Partial shade
Water: Just cover the seed and keep moist

Plant Characteristics

Plant type: Hardy perennial