Hard to beat, they will attract beneficial insects and birds.
Features: Easy and attractive, a traditional favourite.
Sowing Guide - Outdoors: Sow outdoors March to May and August to October Where they are to flower, 0.5cm (1/4") deep, directly into finely prepared soil which has already been watered. Seedlings usually appear in 14-28 days. Thin seedlings to 20 cm (8") apart. Water well until plants are established. For a continous display, make sowings at two to three weekly intervals. Sowings made in curves rather that straight lines often creat a more pleasing effect. Late summer and autumn sowings will flower the following year, often ealrier then spring sowings.
Soil Type: Well drained, fertile
Position: Full sun
Hints & Tips: Remove dead flowers to prolong flowering season. Butterflies and bees love these flowers and will be attracted into the garden.
