- Vibrant fiery-red flowers with a bold yellow centre create a dramatic display, brightening borders and container plantings in early spring
- Compact, bushy growth habit makes it perfect for window boxes, patio containers, and colourful front-of-border displays
- Easy to grow and maintain, thriving in well-drained, fertile soil with partial sun, ideal for both beginner and experienced UK gardeners
- Long-lasting blooms provide early-season colour, attracting pollinators such as bees and butterflies to support garden wildlife
- Glossy green foliage adds structure and texture even after flowering, enhancing mixed beds and formal planting schemes
- Versatile for spring displays, cottage gardens, patios, and wildlife-friendly borders, offering a striking focal point in small or large garden spaces
What you need to know:
- Height: 15–20cm
- Spread: 20–25cm
- Soil type: Well-drained, fertile soil; tolerates neutral to slightly acidic conditions
- Flower colour: Fiery red with yellow centre
- Sun level: Partial sun to full sun
- Position: Borders, patio containers, window boxes, front-of-border displays
- Flowering month: March to May
