Aptly named, this gorgeous mixture of mauves, pinks and white will flower throughout the summer, attracting butterflies and bees. The flowers have a subtle, sweet, honey-like scent. Ideal for the back of a border or planted as a specimen plant. Tall plants that will provide years of pleasure. Flowers July-October. Height 2-2.5m (6'6"-8'). HP - Hardy perennial.
Sowing Information
Sow in trays of good quality, moist seed compost, 3mm (1/8") deep, in a propagator on a windowsill or in a greenhouse at approx. 18-21C (65-70F). For best results chill the seed in airtight plastic bags in a fridge for 2-3 weeks before sowing. Transfer seedlings when large enough to handle into further trays spacing them 5cm (2") apart and grow on. Plant outside in late May-June, when frosts have finished, about 40cm (16") apart. Sow in Aug-Sept & overwinter under cover for earlier flowers the following year.
Aptly named, this gorgeous mixture of mauves, pinks and white will flower throughout the summer, attracting butterflies and bees. The flowers have a subtle, sweet, honey-like scent. Ideal for the back of a border or planted as a specimen plant. Tall plants that will provide years of pleasure. Flowers July-October. Height 2-2.5m (6'6"-8'). HP - Hardy perennial.
Sowing Information
Sow in trays of good quality, moist seed compost, 3mm (1/8") deep, in a propagator on a windowsill or in a greenhouse at approx. 18-21C (65-70F). For best results chill the seed in airtight plastic bags in a fridge for 2-3 weeks before sowing. Transfer seedlings when large enough to handle into further trays spacing them 5cm (2") apart and grow on. Plant outside in late May-June, when frosts have finished, about 40cm (16") apart. Sow in Aug-Sept & overwinter under cover for earlier flowers the following year.
