Firm seed into soil with back of hand. Do not cover seed with soil as it needs light to germinate. Space plants 12 to 18 inches apart outdoors. Keep soil moderately moist during germination. Ed's Special Advice Can be grown full sun or partial shade.
Some protection is better where summers are hotter.
Prefers rich, moist well-drained soil. Makes good cut flowers, cut stems when blooms are fully open and place in water.