The profusion of fragrant, bright orange flowers in early spring makes this plant an excellent choice for the butterfly garden, flower bed, or garden border. They grow best in cool, moist climates but once the plant has become established in the garden, it is very durable and can withstand a certain amount of drought. They do not perform well in higher temperatures. In cold climates, be sure to provide ample mulch in the winter. Plant bedding plants twelve inches apart, or you can sow seeds directly into the garden in mid summer or very early spring.
Wallflowers benefit from transplanting while they are young.
This helps the plant to develop a thick, robust root system, which enables them to survive the elements better. Pinching the plant back often will produce a full, bushy plant. Wallflowers are easily started indoors from seeds or from cuttings taken after the plant has finished blooming.