With gorgeous soft, pastel tones of pale pink and cream, Twinny Appleblossom has a delicate watercolour beauty. Large double butterfly-type blooms make an exquisite cut flower. Dwarf habit is perfect for container planting or a sunny bed. Very good heat and wet weather tolerance.
Position
Full Sun
Sow
Press lightly (as seeds need light to germinate) into trays of Yates® Black Magic® Seed Raising Mix. Firm down and water with a fine mist spray. Keep trays in a warm place and retain moisture by covering with glass or plastic cling wrap untill seedlings appear. Transplant when large enough to handle.
Care
Choose a sunny, well drained soil. Add Yates® Thrive® Natural Blood & Bone and Yates® Thrive® Natural Garden Lime (to acid soils) before planting. Apply Yates® Thrive® Flower & Fruit Soluble Plant Food fortnightly for stronger plants. Pinch prune early buds for heavier branching. Protect from snails and slugs.
Tips
Cut stalks back after first flush to encourage a second flowering. Autumn sown plants will need protection from frosts when young.