Annual varieties:
Sow directly into open ground in April-May.
End Use: Cut flower (generally dried). Borders and landscaping.
Isolepis: Container and pot plant, so sow the multipelleted seed direct into cell trays, cover lightly, keep moist throughout production. Move on into 10-12cm pots after approx 5 weeks, ready for sale in a further 6 or so weeks. Prefers a shaded, damp position.
Perennial varieties:
Germination takes 2-3 weeks at 20-25°C. For seeds per gram see species descriptions. Sell in: 10cm - 2 litre pots depending on variety.
End Use: Borders and landscaping. Taller flowering stems can also be dried for arrangements.