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Cupflower 'White Robe' – Seeds (Nierembergia hippomanica)

Cupflower 'White Robe' is a charming, compact perennial (often grown as an annual) that produces a carpet of pure white, cup-shaped blooms with golden centers. Its trailing habit makes it a superb choice for containers, baskets, and sunny borders. With its long flowering season and easy-care nature, this variety adds brightness and elegance to any summer display.

Highlights

• Abundant white cup-shaped flowers with yellow eyes

• Blooms continuously from summer to frost

• Compact, trailing growth – perfect for baskets and pots

• Tolerant of dry conditions once established

• Easy to grow and maintain

Key Features

• Botanical Name: Nierembergia hippomanica

• Variety: 'White Robe'

• Seed Count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 15–25 cm tall, 30 cm spread

• Position: Full sun, well-drained soil

• Flowering Period: Summer through autumn

Perfect For

• Hanging baskets and containers

• Garden edging or ground cover

• Adding crisp white contrast in mixed displays

• Rockeries and sunny beds

Sowing Instructions

• Sow indoors Feb–April at 18–21°C

• Surface sow on moist compost, press lightly, do not cover

• Germination: 14–21 days

• Transplant seedlings when large enough, spacing 20–25 cm apart

• Harden off before planting outdoors after last frost

Cut Sunflower Semi Tall Mix – 40 Seeds (Helianthus annuus)

The Cut Sunflower Semi Tall Mix produces cheerful, long-stemmed blooms in a vibrant range of golden, yellow, and orange shades. Compact yet tall enough for cutting, this variety is perfect for borders, beds, and floral arrangements. Easy to grow and quick to flower, it brings a burst of summer color to every garden.

Why Grow This Sunflower Mix?

• Bright, cheerful flowers in warm shades

• Ideal for cut flower arrangements

• Semi-tall growth suits small and large gardens

• Hardy and easy to grow

Key Features

• Type: Annual

• Height: 120–150 cm

• Spread: 30–40 cm

• Flowering: July–September

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Fertile, well-drained

Ideal For

• Cut flower gardens

• Borders and beds

• Pollinator-friendly plantings

• Summer bouquets

Sowing & Growing

• Sow outdoors: April–May, directly in soil

• Germination: 7–14 days at 15–20°C

• Thin seedlings: 30–40 cm apart

• Water well in dry periods

• Stake if exposed to wind

Tip: Regular cutting encourages more flowers.

Cut Sunflower ‘F1 Splendor Orange’ – Seeds (Helianthus annuus)

Cut Sunflower ‘F1 Splendor Orange’ (Helianthus annuus) is a stunning annual producing large, vibrant orange blooms on tall, sturdy stems, perfect for cutting and floral arrangements. Blooming from mid-summer to early autumn, its long-lasting flowers attract pollinators and add a cheerful splash of color to borders, beds, and garden displays. This high-yielding, easy-to-grow variety is ideal for gardeners who love fresh-cut flowers.

Why Grow "F1 Splendor Orange"

• Large, vibrant orange flowers ideal for cutting

• Tall, sturdy stems with long-lasting blooms

• Attracts pollinators including bees and butterflies

• Perfect for borders, beds, and floral arrangements

Key Features

• Type: Annual (Helianthus annuus)

• Height: 150–180 cm

• Flowering: Mid-summer to early autumn

• Position: Full sun

• Uses: Borders, beds, cut flowers, pollinator-friendly gardens

Ideal For

• Fresh-cut flower production

• Adding vertical color to borders and beds

• Pollinator-friendly garden planting

• Gardeners seeking high-yield, long-flowering sunflowers

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: 3–4 weeks before last frost

• Sow outdoors: After frost danger has passed

• Germination: 7–14 days

• Space seedlings: 30–40 cm apart

• Prefers well-drained soil and full sun

Cyperus ‘Umbrella Plant’ – Seeds (Cyperus alternifolius nanum)

Cyperus ‘Umbrella Plant’ (Cyperus alternifolius nanum) is a striking, ornamental aquatic plant with delicate, umbrella-like foliage that adds architectural interest to water features, containers, and indoor gardens. Its compact growth habit makes it ideal for small ponds, water bowls, and patio containers. Easy to grow and low-maintenance, this tropical-style plant creates a lush, exotic look all season long.

Why Grow "Umbrella Plant"

• Unique umbrella-shaped foliage adds architectural appeal

• Compact and versatile, perfect for water features and containers

• Easy to grow and low-maintenance

• Creates a tropical, exotic aesthetic

Key Features

• Type: Perennial aquatic plant (Cyperus alternifolius nanum)

• Height: 30–50 cm

• Flowering: Rare; primarily grown for foliage

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Uses: Ponds, water features, containers, indoor gardens

Ideal For

• Small ponds, water bowls, and patio containers

• Indoor and outdoor water-feature planting

• Tropical or exotic garden themes

• Gardeners seeking architectural and low-maintenance plants

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: Early spring in moist soil

• Sow outdoors: In warm, waterlogged soil or containers

• Germination: 14–21 days

• Space seedlings: 20–25 cm apart

• Prefers consistently moist or shallow water conditions

🌿 Ipomoea pennata (syn. Quamoclit pennata) – Cypress Vine | Delicate Fern-Like Foliage with Starry Scarlet Flowers

Ipomoea pennata, commonly known as Cypress Vine or Quamoclit, is a fast-growing annual climbing plant admired for its fine, fern-like foliage and masses of small, star-shaped flowers, most often in vivid scarlet red. Blooming throughout summer, it creates a light, airy screen on trellises, fences, pergolas, and obelisks. Highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, this elegant climber adds movement and colour to sunny gardens.

Key Features

● Fast-growing annual climber

● Delicate, feathery foliage with airy appearance

● Abundant star-shaped scarlet flowers

● Excellent for trellises, fences and pergolas

● Strong pollinator attraction

How to Sow & Grow Cypress Vine (UK)

Sow indoors: III–IV (March–April) in pots

Transplant outdoors: V–VI (May–June) once frost risk has passed

Direct outdoors: V–VI (May–June) into warm soil

Flowering: VII–IX (July–September)

Germination temperature: 18–24 °C (64–75 °F)

Average germ time: 7–14 days

Depth: 1 cm (½ in)

Light required: Yes

Moisture: Moderate; keep evenly moist

Environment: Full sun

Soil type: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil

Plant spacing: 20–30 cm (8–12 in)

Climbing height: 2–3 m (6.5–10 ft)

Sowing & Growing Tips (variety-specific)

● Soak seeds overnight before sowing to improve germination.

● Provide supports early — plants climb quickly.

● Thrives in warm, sheltered positions.

● Avoid overfeeding to prevent excess foliage.

● Ideal for creating light summer screens and vertical interest.

Special Features

● Graceful, fern-like foliage unlike typical morning glories

● Long flowering season with vibrant colour

● Perfect for vertical gardening in sunny locations

Dahlia 'Bloody Mary' – Seeds

(Dahlia variabilis)

Dahlia 'Bloody Mary' is a stunning compact variety that produces vibrant, dark red, fully double blooms with a rich, velvety texture. Its bushy habit and long flowering season make it ideal for borders, containers, and mixed flower beds. This eye-catching variety is also a favorite for cut flowers, adding dramatic color to bouquets and arrangements.

Key Features

• Type: Half-hardy annual (grown from seed)

• Height: 40–50 cm

• Spread: 30–40 cm

• Flowering: July–October

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Fertile, well-drained

Ideal For

• Borders and bedding displays

• Containers and pots

• Cut flower arrangements

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April at 18–22°C

• Germination: 7–14 days

• Transplant after last frost, spacing 25–30 cm

• Deadhead regularly to encourage continuous blooms

Dahlia ‘Cactus’ Hybrids Mixed – Spiky, Dramatic & Bursting with Color

Dahlia ‘Cactus’ Hybrids Mixed brings an explosion of exotic, spiky-petaled blooms in a dazzling mix of colors. Their starburst-shaped flowers add drama, height, and texture to any summer display. Flowering from mid-summer until the first frost, they’re perfect for creating bold borders, stunning cut flower arrangements, and show-stopping garden focal points.

What Makes It Special

• Exotic, spiky “cactus” blooms for dramatic impact

• Rich mix of vibrant colors

• Long flowering period for continuous beauty

• Perfect for cutting and floral design

• Adds height and texture to garden beds

Key Features

• Height: 90–120 cm – tall, strong stems

• Half-hardy annual – blooms first season

• Large, starburst-shaped flowers

• Excellent vase life

• Attracts pollinators

Ideal For

• Tall borders and garden backdrops

• Cutting gardens and bouquets

• Adding exotic flair to displays

• Late-summer garden interest

Sowing

• Sow indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost

• Lightly cover with fine compost

• Germination: 7–14 days at 18–21°C

• Transplant after frost danger has passed, spacing 40–50 cm apart

• Prefers full sun and rich, well-drained soil

Dahlia 'Mignon Coltness' – Seeds

(Dahlia variabilis)

Dahlia 'Mignon Coltness' is a compact, free-flowering variety that produces masses of single blooms in warm shades of scarlet, orange, and yellow with golden centers. Easy to grow from seed, these bushy plants create a bold splash of summer color and are perfect for borders, edging, and containers. Loved by pollinators, they’ll keep your garden lively all season long.

Key Features

• Type: Half-hardy annual (grown from seed)

• Height: 40–50 cm

• Spread: 30–40 cm

• Flowering: July–October

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Fertile, well-drained

Ideal For

• Bedding and borders

• Containers and pots

• Edging paths and garden beds

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April at 18–22°C

• Germination: 7–14 days

• Transplant after frost, spacing 25–30 cm

• Deadhead regularly for continuous flowering

Dahlia ‘Pompon’ Mixed – Perfectly Round Blooms in a Rainbow of Colors

Dahlia ‘Pompon’ Mixed produces charming, globe-shaped flowers in a vibrant range of colors, each bloom showcasing tightly packed petals in perfect symmetry. These stunning flowers add elegance and texture to borders, beds, and cutting gardens, flowering from mid-summer right up to the first frost. With their long, strong stems, they’re ideal for bouquets and floral arrangements.

What Makes It Special

• Unique, perfectly round pompon blooms

• Wide mix of bright, eye-catching colors

• Long flowering season for continuous beauty

• Excellent vase life for cut flowers

• Adds elegance and structure to garden displays

Key Features

• Height: 90–120 cm – tall, sturdy plants

• Half-hardy annual – blooms in first season

• Globe-shaped flowers, 5–7 cm across

• Strong stems perfect for cutting

• Attractive to pollinators

Ideal For

• Flower beds and cutting gardens

• Borders needing height and color

• Summer bouquets and floral arrangements

• Late-season garden interest

Sowing

• Sow indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost

• Cover lightly with fine compost

• Germination: 7–14 days at 18–21°C

• Transplant after frost danger has passed, spacing 40–50 cm apart

• Prefers full sun and fertile, well-drained soil