- Sow April in trays, pots, etc. of good seed compost in a warm place to maintain an ideal temperature of 55-60F.
- Sow in well-drained compost, just covering the seed with compost, but do not exclude light, which is beneficial to germination.
- Germination usually takes 14-30 days.
- Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle.
- Harden off and plant out 30cm (12in) apart when all risk of frost has passed.
- Prefers a well-drained soil and a sheltered sunny site.
- Can also be grown on a sunny windowsill.
NOTE: Approx. 20% of this variety may revert to its green form – remove these seedling’s when large enough to handle.
