Beautiful cascading variety that creates a rich purple river of colour every spring.
Effective in the rock garden, scrambling over low walls or banks, and makes a neat path edging.
This mixture includes several shades and combines well with spring bulbs.
Sowing Time
February - July
Sowing Indoors
Almost fill a seed tray with moist seed compost, Sow seeds thinly over the surface, and lightly cover them with a little more compost. Place in the warmth 10-15 degree Celsius (50-60 Fahrenheit), and keep moist.
Growing On
Keep seedlings in a light position, but shade from direct sunlight. When large enough to handle, transplant 5cm (2in) apart into trays of potting compost.
Hardening Off/Planting Out
Gradually accustom plants to outside conditions for 2-3 weeks before planting out from early summer onwards. Allow 30cm (12in) between plants.
Flowering Time
April - May