late June - July
sun - partial shade
well drained, moist, fertile, tolerates most soil types
neutral - alkaline
Europe and Asia
Hesperis is a genus of 24 species in the family Brassicaceae, mainly native to the eastern Mediterranean. Only one plant is common in gardens.
Division in spring.
Seed - sown in March.
Seed not covered and stored at 20°C (68°F) until germination.
Self-seeds generously. It is advisable to remove spent flowers before seed ripens.