Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Purple Friend is thought of as hardy, so this plant will grow or become dormant during the winter.
Growing Purple Friend from seed
By our calculations, you should look at sowing Purple Friend about 56 days before your last frost date.
Transplanting Purple Friend
Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Purple Friend is a hardy plant.