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First introduced in 1903, the flowers are an unusual shell pink tinged with buff. A grandflora type it has smaller flowers than the modern types but is more heavily perfumed and has a greater tolerance. Hardy annual. Prefers a warm sunny position.
When to plant: Mid-Summer through late Autumn How to grow: Sow 15mm (half-inch) deep, in flowering position. Thin out to 25cm (10in) apart. The soil should be well dug beforehand and enriched with compost which will help retain moisture and feed the hungry roots. Train young plants up a fence or wall, or support with sticks or netting. Flowers: Over many months
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