Start indoors 68 weeks before the last frost date or sow outdoors after the threat of frost has passed.

Sow seeds in trays filled with a light, well-draining seed-starting mix.

Lightly cover seeds or press into soil surfacesome varieties require light for germination.

Maintain temperature at 7075F (2124C).

Keep soil moist but not soggy.

Germination in 1021 days.

Harden off seedlings for 710 days before transplanting outdoors.

Space plants 1218 inches apart in a location with full sun.

Use well-draining soil enriched with compost or organic matter.

Requires full sun (6+ hours daily).

Water moderately; established plants are drought-tolerant.

Deadhead to encourage more blooms.

Avoid over-fertilizing, which can reduce flowering.

Performs best in hot, dry climates but tolerates humidity.

Can be grown as a perennial in warm zones (811) or as an annual in cooler zones.

Great choice for xeriscaping and low-maintenance gardens.

Start indoors 68 weeks before the last frost date or sow outdoors after the threat of frost has passed.

Sow seeds in trays filled with a light, well-draining seed-starting mix.

Lightly cover seeds or press into soil surfacesome varieties require light for germination.

Maintain temperature at 7075F (2124C).

Keep soil moist but not soggy.

Germination in 1021 days.

Harden off seedlings for 710 days before transplanting outdoors.

Space plants 1218 inches apart in a location with full sun.

Use well-draining soil enriched with compost or organic matter.

Requires full sun (6+ hours daily).

Water moderately; established plants are drought-tolerant.

Deadhead to encourage more blooms.

Avoid over-fertilizing, which can reduce flowering.

Performs best in hot, dry climates but tolerates humidity.

Can be grown as a perennial in warm zones (811) or as an annual in cooler zones.

Great choice for xeriscaping and low-maintenance gardens.