A cheerful annual with sunny white-and-yellow “fried egg” blooms! Fast-growing and loved by pollinators. Ideal for cottage gardens, borders, containers, and wildflower meadows.
Seed Preparation
Soak seeds in clean water for 6–12 hours.
Cold Stratify: Mix seeds with moist sand or a damp paper towel, place in a sealed plastic bag, and refrigerate at 2–5°C (36–41°F) for 10–14 days.
Check Regularly: If seeds sprout in the bag, remove gently and plant immediately.
Optional GA₃ treatment: Gibberellic acid may help, but can destroy seeds if misused. Only use if experienced.
Best Time to Sow
Outdoors: Early spring after last frost, or fall in mild winter climates.
Indoors: 4–6 weeks before last frost date.
Germination Requirements
Temperature: 13–18°C (55–65°F)
Light: Needs 12–16 hours of daylight — use grow lights if starting indoors.
Germination time: Up to 30 days AFTER stratification
How to Sow
Depth: Surface sow — press gently into soil, do not cover.
Moisture: Keep evenly moist but not waterlogged.
Container or ground sowing both work well.
After Germination
Full sun to part shade
Transplant when seedlings have 2–3 sets of true leaves
Deadhead to prolong blooming. Readily self-sows for next season!
Growing Tips
• Prefers rich, well-drained soil
• Cool-season bloomer; doesn’t like heat
• Excellent for attracting bees and beneficial insects
• Low maintenance and quick to flower — perfect for beginners!