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Dwarf Bean 'Anellino Di Trento' – Seeds

(Phaseolus vulgaris) – Traditional Italian Variety

The 'Anellino Di Trento' dwarf bean is an Italian heirloom variety cherished for its curved, stringless pods with a tender texture and rich, nutty flavor. Compact and high-yielding, this bush bean is perfect for smaller gardens and does not require staking. Excellent both as a fresh green bean or as a dried bean for soups and stews.

Key Features

• Type: Dwarf bush bean (annual legume)

• Height: 40–50 cm

• Pods: Curved, green, stringless, 12–14 cm long

• Harvest: 60–70 days from sowing

• Special: Dual-purpose – eat fresh or dried

Ideal For

• Fresh picking for cooking or steaming

• Drying for winter storage

• Containers, small gardens, or allotments

• Traditional Italian cuisine

Sowing & Growing

• Sow outdoors: Late May–July, once soil is warm

• Spacing: 40 cm between rows, 5–7 cm between seeds

• Soil: Well-drained, fertile, moderately moist soil

• Sunlight: Full sun

• Watering: Regular, especially during flowering and pod set

Care Tips

• Do not sow in cold, wet soil – beans need warmth.

• Successive sowings extend the harvest season.

• No staking required, but mulch helps conserve moisture.

Dwarf Bean 'Merveille de Piemonte' – Seeds

(Phaseolus vulgaris) – Classic French Bush Bean

The 'Merveille de Piemonte' dwarf bean is a traditional French variety valued for its tender, stringless pods with a delicate flavor. Compact and easy to grow, this bush-type bean does not require staking and produces generously over a long harvest period. Perfect for home gardens, allotments, or pots.

Key Features

• Type: Dwarf bush bean (annual legume)

• Height: 40–50 cm

• Pods: Straight, green, stringless, 12–15 cm long

• Harvest: 55–65 days from sowing

• Special: High-yielding, tender and flavorful

Ideal For

• Fresh harvesting and steaming

• Freezing or preserving

• Compact gardens and raised beds

• Classic French kitchen gardens

Sowing & Growing

• Sow outdoors: May–July, when soil is warm (min. 15°C)

• Spacing: 40 cm between rows, 5–7 cm between seeds

• Soil: Fertile, well-drained, moderately moist

• Sunlight: Full sun

• Watering: Regular, especially during flowering and pod formation

Care Tips

• Avoid sowing in cold, wet soil – beans thrive in warmth.

• Succession sow every 2 weeks for extended harvest.

• Mulching helps conserve soil moisture.

Dwarf Blanket Flower Mix Seeds (Gaillardia aristata ‘Nana’)

A compact and vibrant perennial, Dwarf Blanket Flower Mix produces daisy-like blooms in shades of red, orange, and yellow with contrasting centers. Hardy, low-growing, and long-flowering, this variety is perfect for borders, rock gardens, and containers, attracting bees and butterflies throughout summer.

What Makes It Special

• Bright, compact daisy-like flowers in red, orange, and yellow

• Hardy, low-growing, and ideal for small spaces

• Attracts pollinators, enhancing wildlife-friendly gardens

Key Features

• Botanical name: Gaillardia aristata ‘Nana’

• Hardy perennial

• Height: 20–30 cm (8–12 in)

• Bloom time: Summer to early autumn

Ideal For

• Borders, rock gardens, and container plantings

• Edging and small garden spaces

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

Sowing

• Sow indoors Feb–Apr or outdoors Mar–May

• Cover lightly with soil and keep moist

• Germination: 10–21 days at 15–20°C

• Thin seedlings 20–25 cm apart

• Flowers the first or second season after sowing

Dwarf Coreopsis 'Radiata Tigrina' – Seeds (Coreopsis tinctoria)

Bring a bold splash of color to your garden with Dwarf Coreopsis 'Radiata Tigrina'. This eye-catching variety is loved for its compact size and dazzling bicolor blooms—deep red centers ringed with golden-yellow petals. With its continuous summer display, it’s a reliable favorite for borders, beds, and containers, adding cheerful charm wherever it grows.

What Makes It Special

• Unique two-toned blooms that stand out in any garden

• Compact dwarf growth ideal for smaller spaces

• Long-lasting color throughout summer

Key Features

• Height: 25–40 cm

• Annual, bushy and free-flowering

• Blooms: summer to early autumn

• Low maintenance and pollinator-friendly

Ideal For

• Bedding and mixed borders

• Containers and patio displays

• Cutting gardens for small, vibrant bouquets

Sowing

• Sow outdoors Mar–May in well-drained soil, full sun

• Lightly cover seeds with soil

• Germination: 7–14 days

• Thin seedlings to 20–25 cm apart

Dwarf Cornflower Double ‘Polka Dot’ Mix – Bright, Bushy & Blooming

Dwarf Cornflower Double ‘Polka Dot’ Mix produces masses of cheerful, fully double blooms in a rainbow of blues, pinks, purples, and whites. With a compact, bushy habit, these hardy annuals are perfect for edging, containers, and small spaces while still delivering the charm of traditional cornflowers. Long-lasting as cut flowers and adored by pollinators, they’re a colorful, easy-care choice for any garden.

What Makes It Special

• Fully double blooms in a playful mix of colors

• Compact height – ideal for small gardens and pots

• Long flowering season and pollinator-friendly

• Excellent for cut flowers despite shorter stems

• Easy to grow from seed

Key Features

• Height: 30–40 cm – dwarf, bushy habit

• Hardy annual – tolerates cooler climates

• Vibrant and varied color mix

• Attracts bees and butterflies

• Suitable for edging and mass planting

Ideal For

• Borders, edging, and path sides

• Containers, pots, and window boxes

• Cottage and wildlife-friendly gardens

• Low-maintenance, long-lasting summer displays

Sowing

• Direct sow in early spring or autumn for best results

• Lightly cover seeds with fine soil

• Germination: 7–14 days at 15–18°C

• Thin seedlings to 20–25 cm apart

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

Dwarf Cosmos 'Carpet' Mix – Seeds

(Cosmos sulphureus semidouble)

Dwarf Cosmos 'Carpet' Mix produces compact, bushy plants covered in a dazzling blend of orange, yellow, and red semi-double blooms. Unlike taller cosmos varieties, this dwarf mix stays low, creating a brilliant “carpet” of color perfect for borders, bedding, or pots. Easy to grow and tolerant of poor soil, heat, and drought, it flowers all summer long.

Key Features

• Type: Half-hardy annual

• Height: 25–40 cm

• Spread: 25–30 cm

• Flowering: June–October

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Light, well-drained

Ideal For

• Bedding displays & borders

• Pots and containers

• Edging paths

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: March–April, germinate at 18–22°C

• Sow outdoors: April–May after frost

• Transplant or thin to 25–30 cm spacing

• Deadhead regularly to extend blooming

Dwarf Cosmos Early 'Vega' Mix – Seeds (Cosmos bipinnatus)

The Dwarf Cosmos Early 'Vega' Mix is a compact, early-flowering variety of cosmos that produces masses of cheerful, daisy-like blooms in shades of white, pink, and carmine-red. Unlike tall cosmos, 'Vega' grows into neat, bushy plants that stay compact, making it ideal for borders, bedding, patio pots, and containers. This easy-to-grow annual flowers quickly and blooms continuously throughout the summer.

Highlights

• Dwarf and bushy growth, perfect for smaller spaces

• Large, bright daisy-like blooms in mixed shades

• Early-flowering variety for a longer display

• Low-maintenance and drought-tolerant once established

Key Features

• Botanical Name: Cosmos bipinnatus

• Variety: Dwarf Early 'Vega' Mix

• Seed Count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 25–40 cm tall, 20–30 cm spread

• Position: Full sun, well-drained soil

• Flowering Period: June–October

Perfect For

• Patio pots and containers

• Bedding and borders

• Compact cottage garden displays

• Long-lasting cut flowers

Sowing Instructions

• Sow indoors March–April at 18–21°C

• Cover seeds lightly with compost or vermiculite

• Germination: 7–10 days

• Transplant outdoors after frost risk has passed, spacing 20–25 cm apart

• Can also be sown directly outdoors April–May

Dwarf Dahlia ‘Unwin’s’ Mix – Compact, Colorful Summer Blooms

Dwarf Dahlia ‘Unwin’s’ Mix produces a vibrant blend of semi-double and double blooms in bold reds, pinks, yellows, purples, and whites. With its compact, bushy growth, this variety is perfect for borders, containers, and bedding displays. Flowering from mid-summer until frost, it offers continuous color and is excellent for cut flowers despite its shorter stems.

What Makes It Special

• Bright, diverse color mix for eye-catching displays

• Blooms continuously from mid-summer to frost

• Compact habit – ideal for smaller spaces

• Excellent for cutting and garden decoration

• Easy to grow from seed

Key Features

• Height: 45–60 cm – compact, bushy habit

• Half-hardy annual – flowers in first season from seed

• Semi-double and double blooms in mixed shades

• Long-lasting blooms and great vase life

• Suitable for borders, pots, and bedding

Ideal For

• Bedding schemes and summer borders

• Patio containers and pots

• Small gardens and compact spaces

• Continuous summer-to-autumn color

Sowing

• Sow indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost

• Cover lightly with fine soil

• Germination: 7–14 days at 18–21°C

• Transplant after frost danger has passed, spacing 30–40 cm apart

• Prefers full sun and fertile, well-drained soil