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Mirabilis jalapa Red Glow
Mirabilis jalapa Red Glow
Half-hardy Annual
- Flowers: Summer
- Soil: Well drained
- Height: 20 inches
- Germination: Easy
- Aftercare: Easy
- Ideal for: Border, Cottage Garden, Patio, Tubs
Description
Masses of vibrant red trumpet flowers brightly glowing against rich green foliage, on well branched plants. Flowers open in the evening and early morning, giving off a delicate perfume.
Sowing Instructions
| Sowing time: | February to May. |
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Germinate at 18-20C (64-68F) on the surface of a good free draining, damp seed compost. Apply a fine sprinkling of compost or vermiculite, just covering the seed. Place in a propagator or seal container inside a polythene bag until after germination which usually takes 7-21 days. Do not exclude light, as this helps germination.
Growing Instructions
Transplant seedlings, when large enough to handle, into 7.5cm (3in) pots and grow on in cooler conditions for at least 10-15 days before planting out. Plant outside after all risk of frost, 30cm (12in) apart.