Tall plants covered in long lasting, weather tolerant flowers. Ideal for the back of borders where they will add a charming cottage garden feel. May flower in the first year from an early sowing. Indoor sowing January-March, sow thinly in trays of seed compost, cover lightly with a fine layer of compost. Firm gently, keep moist and warm. Seedlings usually appear in 14-28 days. When large enough transplant 5cm (2in) apart in trays. Stand outside for a few days late May (avoid frosts). Transplant 30cm (12in) apart in flowering position. Keep moist and weed free. Remove dead heads to prolong flowering. Flowers in the first year from an early sowing. Outdoor sowing: May-June, sow thinly in a prepared seed bed in flowering position in rows 30cm (12in) apart. Cover lightly with fine soil. Firm gently and keep moist. When large enough thin to 30cm (12in) apart. Keep moist and weed free. Flowers June to August the following year.