McKinstry Farms • Tips from Farmer Will
Plant Type: Tender perennial (grown as annual)
Season: Spring to fall
Part shade with bright indirect light. Avoid hot sun.
Keep soil evenly moist. Never let it dry completely.
"Loves cool, shady spots — perfect for a porch or hanging basket!"
Prefers 60–75°F. Doesn’t like extreme heat.
Moist, well-drained soil with compost.
Feed every couple of weeks with a flower fertilizer.
Pinch tips early to shape
Remove spent blooms
Whiteflies or aphids: Spray with insecticidal soap
Bud drop: Avoid temperature swings and overwatering