Flowerhead 5" across rose to red color with spoon shape bracts. Compact shrub to 7' with dense oval leaves. May be grown in alkaline soil. Cover with 1/4" depth with a mixture of well rotted compost ( sifted ), and coarse sand. Keep damp - not wet. Requires fresh air and bright light. Increase to full sun gradually after germination. Ideal pH 5.0 - 5.5. Avoid high humidity.