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A tender perennial generally grown as a half hardy annual in the UK, even then they will require to be grown in a south facing sheltered part of the garden.
alternatively; if greenhouse space is available they make excellent pot plants.
The large daisy-like flowers that come in a variety of pastel colours, appear from late May until late August.
Greenhouse specimens require a minimum winter temperature of 8°C (45°F)
Week 10; Sow seed in pots or trays of seed compost and germinate at a temperature of 18°-20°C (65°-68°F).
Germination should take a week to ten days.
Week 12; Pot on seedlings if large enough to handle.
Subsequently pot on as necessary, till they are in their final 200-250mm (8"-10") pots.
Divide plants and re-plant the divisions into 100mm (4") pots of potting compost.
n.b. Pot on as necessary until they are in their final 200-250mm (8"-10") pots.
Week 22; Plant out in a sheltered spot in full sun when all fear of frost has passed.
Dead head regularly to encourage further flowering.
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