Cineraria - Senetti 'Pink Bicolour' Suntory Collection - British Grown

Pink petals blend to white in the centre in these stunning summer flowers. Frost-tender in the UK, keep this plant above freezing.

These eyecatching pink-and-white blooms are the perfect addition to your spring garden. They are only not frost-hardy, so can be best grown as annuals in colder parts of the country - enjoy their colour while it lights up your garden! The daisy-shaped and daisy-coloured (only with more pink than white) petals open over mid-green ovate leaves and look fantastic whilst they're at it. Plant these stunning flowers in a sunny spot, with shelter from the wind, and they'll keep you smiling all summer long.

Scientific Name
Pericallis × hybrida 'Sunsenepiba' (nearby beauty, hybrid species, cultivar: sunsenepiba)

Common Name
Senecio Senetti, Cineraria, Pericallis, Senetti Pink Bicolor

Origin
Native to the Canary Islands, the Senetti varieties have been adapted for cooler conditions so they can be grown as perennials in the UK

Pruning Tips
Deadhead regularly to help your plant flower as long as possible.

Wildlife Value
No specific wildlife benefit known in the UK. Growing flowers can provide pollen for pollinators such as bees, butterflies and moths and food for birds with their seeds.

Positioning
Grow this cultivar in full sun to enjoy it at its best. Shelter from cold winds.

Water
This plant likes its soil moist, so ensure it doesn't totally dry out while it's actively growing.

Soil
Not fussy about the soil type as long as it's got good drainage

Food
Make sure soil is fertile when you plant it; extra fertiliser every couple of weeks whilst the plant is growing will help too.

Pet-safe
Yes - this plant is non-toxic, although it isn't the best snack for your pets.

Sprouts Top Tips
To make the most out of this plant, especially if you're growing as an annual, deadhead the flowers as they fade to prolong blooming. Moist soil will also help to keep the blooms fresher for longer.