A beautiful rich, red flower with dark blotches, often recognised as the emblem of ANZAC and Remembrance Days. An exquisite massed display, flowering over a long period.
Position
Full sun.
Sow
Direct into the garden position as these plants do not transplant well. Scatter thinly over soil and cover lightly with Yates Seed Raising Mix. Firm down and moisten.
Care
Choose a well-drained, sunny position. Add Thrive Granular All Purpose Fertiliser for best results. Apply Yates Thrive Soluble Fertiliser fortnightly. Pinch out early buds until the plants have formed good clumps.Protect from snails and slugs with Yates Blitzem.