Sowing Indoors

Almost fill a seed tray with moist seed compost. Sow seeds thinly over the surface, and lightly cover them with a little more compost. Place in warmth 18-25C (65-75F), and keep moist.

Growing on / thinning

Keep seedlings in a light position, but shade from bright sun. When large enough to handle, transplant 5cm (2in) apart into trays of potting compost or singly into small pots. Grow on in a minimum temperature of 15C (60F).

Hardening off / planting

Plant into growing bags, large pots or the greenhouse border when the first flowers have opened.

Aftercare

Water regularly and feed with liquid fertiliser as fruits begin to swell.