Schizanthus grahamii (Mariposita)
Schizanthus grahamii (Mariposita)
50 (70)cm, Mariposita is an fast growing annual species native of the central cordillera in Chile and Argentina with showy bright magenta-pink flowers and a bright orange-yellow upper petal. Nice fern-like, strongly dissected leaves. Easily cultivated in any rich, well drained soil in a sunny spot. Sow under cold glass in spring at some 20°C to 25°C in full sun. Carefully transplant seedlings to the garden as soon as they are strong enough after the last freezing nights from end of spring until early summer. VI-VIII.More Details »