Johnsons – Knautia Macedonica – 50 Seeds

Flaunting vividly coloured pincushion flowers over a long season, these drought tolerant perennials are ideal for mixed borders and loved by bees. For indoor sowing
When February to April.
Where In trays of seed compost.
How Sow thinly, cover lightly with fine soil. Firm gently and keep moist. Place in a cold frame or cool greenhouse. Seedlings appear 14-35 days.
Care When large enough transplant 5cm apart in trays. Gradually acclimatise plants to outside conditions (avoid frosts). Transplant 30cm apart in flowering position from summer onwards. Keep moist and weed free.
Flowers July to September, the same year from an early sowing.
For outdoor sowing
When March to May.
Where In a prepared seed bed.
How Sow thinly in rows 30cm apart. Cover lightly with fine soil. Firm gently and keep moist.
Care Transplant 30cm apart in flowering position from September to October.
Flowers July to September, the following year. Once established divide clumps in autumn or spring.