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This short lived perennial generally grown as a half hardy annual in the UK is an ideal plant for borders and baskets.
Bright golden-yellow flowers appear in June / July and continue flowering until the first frosts.
Week 16; Sow seed in trays of seed compost and germinate at a temperature of 18°- 20°C (64°-68°F)
Germination should take about 4-5 days.
Week 18-19; Prick out seedlings into 50mm (2") cell trays or 50mm (2") apart in boxes of multi-purpose compost.
Week 22; Pinch out tops to encourage branching
Week 38; Take cuttings and once they have rooted, grow on at a minimum of 4°C (40°F)
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