Francoa sonchifolia 'Pink Giant'

Sow February to June. Sow seed on the surface of lightly firmed, moist seed compost in pots or trays and cover with a fine sprinkling of vermiculite. Keep at a temperature of between 13-15ºC (55-60ºF). After sowing, do not exclude light as this helps germination. Keep the surface of the compost moist but not waterlogged; germination usually takes 14-30 days.

When large enough to handle, transplant seedlings into 7.5cm (3in) pots or trays and grow on in cooler conditions. Gradually acclimatise plants to cooler conditions for a few weeks before planting out 45-60cm (18-24in) apart.

In cold winter areas, over-winter small young plants in a frost free place and plant them out the following spring to flower that summer.

Seeds and garden supplies will normally be delivered within the time period stated against each product as detailed above. Plants, bulbs, corms, tubers, shrubs, trees, potatoes, etc. are delivered at the appropriate time for planting or potting on. Delivery times will be stated on the product page above, or in your order acknowledgement page and email.

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