- Variety Info
- Sowing Info
Variety Info
Family: Balsaminaceae
Native: Africa
Hardiness: Tender perennial in USDA zones 10–11; although, most commonly grown as an annual.
Exposure: Part shade
Bloom Period: Spring to frost
Plant Dimensions: 8"–12" tall
Variety Info: 1½" flowers in colors of rich ruby red, burgundy wine, raspberry orchid, grape lilac, cherry candy red, and a vibrant hot pink.
Attributes: Deer Resistant
Sowing Info
When to Sow Outside: 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date.
When to Start Inside: RECOMMENDED. 6 to 8 weeks before your average last frost date. Ideal soil temperature for germination is 72°–75°F.
Days to Emerge: 7–20 days
Seed Depth: Press into surface
Seed Spacing: A group of 2–3 seeds every 8" – 12"
Thinning: When 2" tall, thin to 1 every 8" – 12"