About

A colourful annual, reaching 20-60cm, with compact form. It bears masses of blooms.

About the genus

A genus of annual or clump-forming perennial plants with terminal or axillary inflorescences carried on upright stems. Flowers are small, pale-coloured usually white or pink. Seeds are borne in achenes

Plant details

Suggested usesBedding, containers

Care notes

CultivationFertile moist soil, sun
PruningDeadhead regularly
PropagationSow spring
Pest resistanceAphids, slugs
Disease resistanceGrey mould