Propagation
Sow fresh seed during spring in pots and place in a cold frame to germinate. Maintain a temperature of 10ş to 13ş C. (50ş to 55ş F) and germination normally takes two weeks.

Divide established clumps during autumn.


Botanic information
Leaf: The cordate leaves are pubescent and have 5 to 7 shallow lobes and the upper surface has marbled markings with prominent veins. The stem leaves are arranged alternately and the leaf underside is purplish.

Flower: The flowers are tubulate to urceolate with a pinkish calyx and white petals of equal length. They are arranged in a loose panicle on a tall leafy scape that appears during early summer.

Fruit: The small capsule contains tiny seeds that are viable but the plant may be easily reproduced vegetatively.