Position in a full sun location and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Rouge vif d'etampes is thought of as tender, so remember to ensure that temperatures are mild before moving outdoors. Try to keep the ph of your soil between the range of 6.1 and 7.5 as Rouge vif d'etampes likes to be in weakly acidic soil - weakly alkaline soil.
Growing Rouge vif d'etampes from seed
Aim to sow 1.17 inches (3.0 cm) deep and try to ensure a gap of at least 2.28 feet (70.0 cm). Soil temperature should be kept higher than 21°C / 70°F to ensure good germination.
Transplanting Rouge vif d'etampes
Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Rouge vif d'etampes is a tender plant.
Harvesting Rouge vif d'etampes
This variety tends to be ready for harvesting by early autumn.