Verbesina alata (Capitaneja)

40 (60)cm, Capitaneja is a showy, fast growing annual from Puerto Rico and The Virgin Islands. It makes glossy, dark green leaves and losely branching stalks topped by rich orange flower discs. Easily grown in any rich, well drained soil in a sunny spot. Sow seeds in pots in mid spring at some 20°C in a sunny spot. Transplant seedlings to the final spot in the garden after the last freezing nights by the end of spring to early summer. VI-IX.
20 seeds per package.