Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb |
Life cycle: | Annual |
Sun Requirements: | Full Sun to Partial Shade |
Water Preferences: | Mesic |
Soil pH Preferences: | Neutral (6.6 – 7.3) |
Flowers: | Showy |
Flower Color: | Red |
Bloom Size: | 6"-12" |
Flower Time: | Summer Late summer or early fall Fall |
Uses: | Cut Flower Dried Flower |
Wildlife Attractant: | Butterflies |
Resistances: | Drought tolerant |
Propagation: Seeds: | Provide light Needs specific temperature: 68ºF - 75ºF Days to germinate: 7 to 14 days Depth to plant seed: Sow at depth of approximately 1/8 inch |
Containers: | Needs excellent drainage in pots |