Flower Description:  single or double, funnel shaped.

     Color:  Various colors in solids as well as
      combinations.

Germination Requirements:  Sow seeds indoors 10-12
     weeks before estimated last frost, maintaining a
     temperature within medium of 70°-75° during
     germination which takes 10 days.  DO not cover 
     seeds as light is required for germination.

Seed to Bloom:  75-90 days

Hardiness: Hardy accept to hard frost.  50°-85°, Can
     tolerate 32° without damage.

Exposure: Full Sun during winter, Full sun to partial
     shade rest of year.

Soil Requirements:  Good soil/adequate moisture

Mature Height:  8-18  inches

Spacing: 12- 18  inches apart

Planting Season:  August - January

Flowering Season:  October - July

Landscape Uses:  Bedding,  border, patio, planter 
     boxes, edging.

Special Notes:
     General Care:  Pinch out center shoot to induce
      branching.  Tip cuttings will grow, avoid over 
      watering.

     Problems:  Crown rot, aphids, nematodes.  To 
      prevent crown rot, drench plants with solution
      of Captan or Fermate.

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