Flowering Period ~ Mid June to the end of October.

Height ~ Varies with variety.

How to Grow ~ Plant in sun or part sun.

Outstanding Features ~ Colorful flower spikes.

Soil ~ Best in well drained, moist, rich soil high in organic matter.

Spacing ~ Plant 12" apart (30 cm).

Tips ~ Moderate to poor frost tolerance. Requires more fertilizing than other annuals, in summer fertilize once a week. One of the most uniformly even growing annuals.

Uses ~ Use in beds or borders.