About

A cheerful annual, reaching 30-80cm, with a compact form. It bears masses of blooms.

About the genus

Pilea can be annuals or evergreen perennials with slightly succulent stems, simple, often attractively marked or textured leaves and insignificant, pinkish flowers

Plant details

Suggested usesBedding, containers

Care notes

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