Shades of cream, yellow, orange, red, crimson and purple. Beautiful for the border where the flowers are produced in profusion throughout the summer, and excellent for cutting.Silvery/green finely cut foliage. Flowers mid summer to frost.
Sow during early spring in a good seed compost just covering the seed with compost and gently firm down, Sealing in a polythene bag after sowing is helpful. Germination usually takes 21-35 days at 16-21C (60-70F).
When seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant and grow on in cooler conditions. Gradually acclimatise to outdoor conditions for 10-15 days before planting out after all risk of frost, 30cm (12in) apart in a sunny spot on light well drained soil.