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A half hardy annual that will grow up to a height of 400mm (16") depending upon variety.
The flowers appear in July and go on into October if regularly deadheaded.
Week 13; Sow seed in pots/trays of seed compost, and germinate at a temperature of 20°C (68°F).
Germination will take about a week.
Week 16; Prick out the seedlings into cell trays of potting compost then gradually harden off in a cold frame till planting out time.
Week 21; Plant out 200mm (8") apart in a well drained fertile sunny site.
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