Striking annual plant. Single flower golden yellow blotched maroon. Up to 30cm in height. Also cultivated as a cut flower, remaining fresh in water for up to 3 weeks. Attracts butterflies.
They are nutrient rich and moist soils.
Direct sowing. Temperatures 15/20ºC. Lightly cover the seeds and maintain the humidity until germination is completed.
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| Flowering |
| Attracts Wildlife | Butterflies |
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| Average germination (%) | 80 |
| Flower colour | Yellow |
| Germination (in days) | 7-15 |
| Hardiness | Drought resistant, Hardy |
| Life cycle | Annual |
| Plant use | Balcony & Courtyard, Baskets & Containers, Cut flower, Edging, Flowerbeds |
| Planting distance | 20-25 cm |
| Seeds per gram | 350 |
| Soil - Moisture | Moist, Well-drained |
| Soil - Ph | Neutral to alkaline |
| Soil - Type | No preference, Rich |
| Sunlight - Exposure | Sun |
| Watering | Moderate |