Direct sow after last frost or late summer in succession for continuous harvest. Likes cool weather, bolts quickly in hot climates. Does not transplant well, encourages it to bolt. Fast growing, will become leggy if started indoors too early. Like the leaves and seeds, the flowers are also edible. Use them raw because the flavor fades quickly when cooked. Make successive sowings to ensure a continuous supply. Soil pH 6.1-7.8. Hardiness zones 11. Annual.
Days from maturity calculated from the date of seeding. Average 2,835 seeds per ounce. Usual seed life 2-3 years. Isolation distance for seed saving: 250 feet.
Planting Depth
1/4-1/2”Soil Temp. Germ.
60-75˚FDays to Germ.
5-14Plant Spacing
4-10”Row Spacing
14-20”Days To Maturity
50-55Full Sun,
Moist Well Drained