Seed Treatment:
Pre-soak seeds in room temperature water for 4–6 hours before sowing.You can sow seeds directly in soil or start indoors. Alternatively, seeds can be started in a damp paper towel inside a plastic bag—check daily and plant as soon as seedlings emerge.
Best Time to Sow:
Indoors: 4–6 weeks before your last expected frost.
Outdoors: After last frost when soil is workable.
Optimum Temperature for Germination:
15–20°C (59–68°F)
Germination Time:
7-35 days
How to Sow:
- Sow seeds ¼ inch (6 mm) deep in well-draining soil.
- Lightly cover with soil and water gently.
- Maintain even moisture but avoid waterlogging.
Light Requirements:
Full sun (minimum 6 hours of sunlight daily).
Post Germination Care:
- Once seedlings develop 2–3 sets of true leaves, thin to allow 20–30 cm (8–12 inches) spacing.
- Gradually harden off indoor-grown seedlings before transplanting outside.
Growing Tips:
- Prefers well-drained soil; tolerates poor to moderately fertile soils.
- Minimal fertilizer required.
- Remove spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming.
- Excellent for wildflower meadows, cottage gardens, and cut flowers.