Planting and Growing Instructions:
1. When to Plant:
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Sow indoors 4–6 weeks before the last frost date or direct sow outdoors after the danger of frost has passed.
2. Starting Seeds Indoors:
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Use a light seed-starting mix in trays or pots.
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Sow seeds ¼ inch deep and lightly cover with soil.
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Maintain a temperature of 70–75°F (21–24°C).
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Keep soil moist but not soggy.
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Germination occurs in 5–10 days.
3. Transplanting:
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Harden off seedlings before transplanting outdoors.
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Space plants 8–10 inches apart in full sun.
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Choose well-draining soil enriched with compost.
4. Outdoor Care:
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Requires full sun for best flowering.
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Water regularly but allow the soil to dry between waterings.
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Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering.
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No need for excessive fertilizing; too much nitrogen reduces blooms.
5. Additional Benefits:
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Deters aphids, whiteflies, and root nematodes when planted near vegetables.
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Attracts bees and beneficial insects for pollination.
