Features: Intensely coloured wild species from North Africa
Benefits: Vigorous climber that grows well in the UK
Sowing Guide - Indoors: Sow indoors for surest results, 1.5cm (1/2") deep, in a tray of compost. Water well and place in a cold frame, greenhouse or cool windowsill. Keep moist. Seedlings ususally appear in 14-28 days. Transplant individually when large enough to handle to 8cm (3") pots. (A;ways hold seedlings by a leaf, never the stem.) Gradually accustom young plants to outside conditions (avoid frosts), before planting out 30cm (1') apart, when frosts are over. Support with tall canes, netting or trellis.
Soil Type: Well drained soil
Position: Full sun
Hints & Tips: A good choice for cottage gardens where it can scramble through established shrubs or over walls and fences.
