At a Glance
- Variety:Mixed Seeds
A stunning mix of orange and gold.
Long flowering period.
Attracts bees.
Sowing Time
Indoors: February – April
Outdoors: March – May, August – September
Sowing Indoors
For earlier flowering sturdier plants, sow in trays of moist seed compost and keep in gentle warmth 10-15 degree Celsius (50-60 Fahrenheit). Transplant 5cm (2in) apart in a tray of compost when seedlings are large enough to handle. Gradually accustom to outside conditions for 2-3 weeks before planting out from April. Allow 20cm (8in) between plants.
Sowing Outdoors
Rake soil to provide a firm, even surface. Sow seeds thinly in pre-watered soil 1cm (1/2in) deep, lightly covering them with a little more soil. Sowings made in semi-circular lines create a natural ‘drift’ effect. Keep moist until seedlings appear and as required in dry spells.
Thinning
When large enough to handle thin seedlings to allow their development and prevent overcrowding.
Flowering Time
June – September
