Phygelius capensis | Deep Rose Books The stems can be harvested

The stems can be harvested at any stage and cut stems will last around 7-10 days in a vase

In frost-prone areas

The seed of Agrostemma githago contains githagin

An excellent flower for cutting

Phygelius capensis | Deep Rose Books The stems can be harvestedPhygelius or Cape Fuchsias are a native of South Africa but are surprisingly hardy perennials or small shrubs. Plants grow to make a bushy, upright mound of green foliage, with stems that are stained red in colour as they emerge and then turn green that bear showy clusters of fuchsia like flowers beginning sometimes as early as spring and continuing into autumn. This plant whilst very attractive is an enthusiastic grower and spreads by suckering so