Seed Details & Planting

• Type: Annual flower, often grown from seed.
• Sowing Season: Primarily winter, as they prefer cooler nights (18-25°C).
• Germination: 7-14 days at 18-25°C, often started in seedling trays.
• Planting: Sow seeds 3-6 inches apart; transplant seedlings when soil warms.
• Sunlight: Full sun.
• Soil: Well-drained, loamy soil
• Plant Characteristics
  • Height: Grows to about 1.5 feet (45 cm).
  • Flowers: 4-5 cm wide, papery, double or semi-double, with yellow centers.
  • Colors: Pink, white, rose, or mixed.
  • Bloom Time: 45-60 days after transplanting; mid-spring to winter.
  • Uses: Cut flowers, dried arrangements (everlasting), borders, pots, garden bedsCare & Maintenance
    • Watering: Keep moist until germination, then water deeply when dry.
    • Fertilizing: Use a phosphorus-rich fertilizer (1:3:2 NPK) every 2-3 weeks for blooms.
    • Pests: Watch for slugs, thrips, caterpillars, and powdery mildew.