Vivid blooms on well-branched, compact plants contribute to the popularity of this vibrant mixture. Continuous flowering throughout the gardening season. Dazzling mixture of the orange, red and yellow. Plant spread: 8-10 in. Plant height: 12 in. Planting InstructionsStart seed outdoors as soon as soil can be worked. Cover seed very lightly and keep the soil moist until all seedlings appear. For earlier flowers start seed indoors 4 weeks in advance of intended date for moving the plants to the garden. Germinates best at 21°C usually in 7 - 14 days. Reduce temperature to near 12°C after the seeds sprout for best results. These plants prefer full sun and a well drained soil, avoid soggy locations. They are susceptible to rotting at soil line if soil is kept too wet. Fertilize with 10-52-17 water soluble fertilizer to encourage strong rooting. Garden spacing 24 in.
