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Agrostemma gracilis Queen Mixed
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Agrostemma gracilis Queen Mixed
Hardy Annual
- Flowers: Summer
- Position: Full sun
- Height: 48 inches
Description
This stunning color combination of regal purple and crystal white is sure to add style, grace and a touch of elegance to beds and borders. Easy to grow in any position, quick to flower and ideal for the cottage garden, or as a cut flower. Prefers a light, well drained soil in full sun. Height 90-120cm (3-4ft).
Sowing Instructions
| Sowing time: | March to May. |
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| Sowing depth: | 12mm (½in) deep, in rows 30cm (12in) apart. |
Sow outdoors where they are to flower. Prepare the ground well and rake to a fine tilth before sowing.
Alternatively, sow outdoors in late summer as above. Plants will develop and overwinter to make strong plants for flowering the following May/June.
Growing Instructions
When large enough to handle, thin out seedlings to 30cm (12in) apart.
Caution
Harmful if eaten.