Althaea rosea Appleblossom

Hardy Perennial
T&M Exclusive

• Flowers in : Mid to Late Summer
• Germination : Easy
• Aftercare : Easy
• Ideal for : Borders, Cottage Gardens
• Special Features : Edible Flowers, Flowers in 1st Year
• Height : 6 feet

Description

Following the success of Peaches 'n' Dreams™, T&M's flower breeders have developed this attractive Appleblossom selection. A classic cottage garden perennial, with high quality flower spikes, packed with stunning, fully double, powder-puff blooms in delicate shades of appleblossom pink to add height and interest to your borders.

Height: 150-180cm (5-6ft).

Sowing Instructions

Sow February to March or September to October. Sow seed at 15-20C (59-68F) on the surface of a good free draining, damp seed compost. Cover with a very fine sprinkling of compost or vermiculite. Place in a propagator or seal container inside a polythene bag until after germination which usually takes 14-21 days. Do not exclude light, as this helps germination.

Alternatively, sow in late summer in a cool greenhouse and then overwinter plants in cool, well lit conditions. Plant out the following spring. This method produces larger plants and is recommended if the soil is heavy or badly drained.

Growing Instructions

Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle into trays or 7.5cm (3in) pots. Grow on in cooler conditions for 10-15 days before planting out after all risk of frost, 45cm (18in) apart.

Aftercare

Prefers a well cultivated soil in a sheltered position.