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First Year Flowering Perennial Mixture Seeds (0.3g)

First Year Flowering Perennial Mixture is a specially selected blend of hardy perennials that bloom in their first year, bringing instant color to your garden. Perfect for borders, cottage gardens, and wildflower meadows, this low-maintenance mixture attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators while creating a long-lasting, vibrant display.

What Makes It Special

• Blooms in the first year for fast garden color

• Mix of hardy perennials for extended flowering

• Pollinator-friendly and low-maintenance

Key Features

• Seed weight: 0.3g

• Hardy perennials

• Height: varies by species (20–80 cm)

• Bloom time: First year through summer and autumn

Ideal For

• Borders, cottage gardens, and wildflower meadows

• Pollinator-friendly plantings

• Low-maintenance, colorful garden areas

Sowing

• Sow indoors Feb–Apr or outdoors Mar–Jun

• Cover seeds lightly with soil

• Germination: 7–21 days depending on species

• Space seedlings 20–40 cm apart

• Flowers in the same year

Flax 'Bright Eyes' – 400 Seeds (Linum grandiflorum)

Add a splash of vibrant red with delicate black-centered blooms with Flax 'Bright Eyes'. These charming annuals brighten gardens, borders, and containers with a natural, meadow-like feel.

What Makes It Special

• Brilliant red petals with a striking black center

• Delicate, dainty flowers for a soft garden look

• Easy to grow and long-flowering

• Attracts bees and butterflies

Key Features

• Height: 30–40 cm

• Full sun loving, drought-tolerant

• Blooms: late spring to summer

• Annual, self-seeding

Ideal For

• Borders, rock gardens, and wildflower meadows

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Cottage-style and naturalistic plantings

• Containers and window boxes

Sowing

• Sow outdoors after last frost

• Cover lightly with soil and keep moist

• Germination: 10–14 days

• Thin seedlings to 15–20 cm apart

Fleabane Daisy ‘Pink Jewel’ – Seeds (Erigeron speciosus)

Fleabane Daisy ‘Pink Jewel’ (Erigeron speciosus) is a hardy perennial producing masses of cheerful daisy-like blooms in shades of rosy-pink with golden centers. Flowering from early summer into autumn, this variety brings long-lasting color and a natural charm to borders, cottage gardens, and wildlife areas. Easy to grow and drought-tolerant once established, it is a reliable choice for low-maintenance gardens. Its nectar-rich flowers are highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and other pollinators.

Why Grow "Pink Jewel"

• Masses of rosy-pink daisy-like flowers with golden centers

• Long flowering season from summer to autumn

• Hardy, drought-tolerant, and low-maintenance

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and pollinators

Key Features

• Type: Perennial (Erigeron speciosus)

• Height: 40–60 cm

• Flowering: Early summer to autumn

• Position: Full sun or partial shade

• Uses: Borders, cottage gardens, wildlife gardens, cut flowers

Ideal For

• Adding pink color to borders and beds

• Naturalistic and cottage-style planting

• Wildlife-friendly and pollinator gardens

• Low-maintenance perennial displays

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April in trays or pots

• Germination: 14–21 days at 18–22°C

• Transplant outdoors after frost danger has passed

• Space seedlings: 30 cm apart

• Prefers well-drained soil in full sun or light shade

🌸 Ageratum mexicanum Floss Flower ‘Tall Red Flint’ – Tall Ageratum with Rich Red Fluffy Blooms

‘Tall Red Flint’ is a striking tall-growing floss flower (ageratum) variety producing dense clusters of soft, fluffy flowers in deep red to crimson tones. Held on strong, upright stems, the blooms create bold blocks of colour throughout summer and into early autumn. Unlike compact bedding ageratums, this variety offers extra height, making it ideal for borders, cutting gardens, mixed beds, and pollinator-friendly plantings.

Key Features

● Fluffy, pom-pom–like flowers in rich red shades
● Taller habit than standard ageratum varieties
● Long flowering season from summer to autumn
● Excellent for borders and cut flowers
● Easy to grow and very reliable

How to Sow & Grow Floss Flower ‘Tall Red Flint’ (UK)

Sow indoors: II–IV (February–April)
Transplant outdoors: V–VI (May–June) after last frost
Direct outdoors: Not recommended
Flowering: VI–IX (June–September)
Life cycle: Annual
Germination temperature: 20–22 °C (68–72 °F)
Average germ time: 7–14 days
Depth: Surface sow – do not cover; press gently into soil (requires light)
Light required: Yes
Moisture: Moderate
Environment: Full sun (tolerates light shade)
Soil type: Fertile, well-drained soil
Plant spacing: 25–30 cm (10–12 in)
Height: 50–70 cm (20–28 in)

Sowing & Growing Tips (variety-specific)

● Keep seedlings warm and well-lit during early growth.
● Pinch young plants to encourage bushier growth.
● Deadhead spent blooms to prolong flowering.
● Performs best in warm, sheltered positions.
● Excellent colour contrast in mixed borders.

Special Features

● Unusual tall form of floss flower
● Intense red colouring rare in ageratum
● Attractive to bees and other pollinators

Floss Flower ‘Blue Mink’ Seeds (Ageratum houstonianum)

The Floss Flower ‘Blue Mink’ is a compact, long-flowering annual that produces unique clusters of soft, fluffy sky-blue flowers from summer to autumn. Known for its neat, bushy habit and striking color, it’s perfect for bedding, borders, edging, and container planting. Its powder-blue shades blend beautifully with pinks, whites, and yellows, making it a versatile addition to any garden.

What Makes It Special

• Distinctive fluffy blue blooms rarely found in annuals

• Compact, uniform growth ideal for low borders

• Long flowering season – continuous display until frost

• Attracts bees and butterflies

Key Features

• Botanical name: Ageratum houstonianum

• Variety: Blue Mink

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

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

• Position: Full sun or partial shade; moist, well-drained soil

• Flowering period: June–October

Ideal For

• Bedding and edging

• Container and patio displays

• Cottage gardens

• Pollinator-friendly planting

Sowing Instructions

1. When to sow: February–April indoors

2. How to sow:

   • Sow thinly on the surface of moist compost; do not cover, as light aids germination

   • Maintain 18–22°C; germination usually takes 7–14 days

3. Transplanting: Prick out seedlings when large enough, grow on in small pots, then harden off before planting outdoors after the last frost

4. Spacing: Plant 20 cm apart

5. Care: Deadhead to extend the flowering season

Floss Flower Dwarf Pink Seeds (Ageratum mexicanum)

The Floss Flower Dwarf Pink is a charming, compact annual that produces clusters of soft, fluffy pink blooms from summer through autumn. Its neat, mound-forming habit and long-lasting flowers make it perfect for borders, edging, containers, and pollinator-friendly gardens. A reliable and easy-to-grow plant that adds both color and texture to garden displays.

What Makes It Special

• Unique fluffy pink flowers for a delicate garden touch

• Compact dwarf variety, perfect for edging and bedding

• Continuous flowering throughout summer into fall

• Attracts butterflies and other pollinators

Key Features

• Botanical name: Ageratum mexicanum

• Common name: Floss Flower Dwarf Pink

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 15–25 cm tall, 20–25 cm spread

• Position: Full sun or partial shade; well-drained, fertile soil

• Flowering period: June–October

Ideal For

• Bedding and edging

• Containers and patio pots

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Mixed color flower beds

Sowing Instructions

1. When to sow: February–April indoors

2. How to sow:

   • Sow thinly on the surface of moist compost; do not cover, as light aids germination

   • Maintain 18–22°C; germination usually in 7–14 days

3. Transplanting: Prick out seedlings, grow on in small pots, then harden off before planting outdoors after frost

4. Spacing: Plant 15–20 cm apart

5. Care: Deadhead regularly to encourage continuous blooms

Floss Flower Dwarf White Seeds (Ageratum houstonianum)

The Floss Flower Dwarf White is a compact, easy-to-grow annual that produces clusters of fluffy, snow-white blooms throughout summer. Its neat, bushy growth and long-lasting flowers make it a favorite for borders, edging, and containers. The soft, cushion-like flowers also attract butterflies, adding movement and life to your garden.

What Makes It Special

• Unique fluffy white blooms for a soft garden effect

• Compact dwarf habit, ideal for edging and bedding

• Long flowering season, from summer into autumn

• Attracts pollinators such as butterflies

Key Features

• Botanical name: Ageratum houstonianum

• Common name: Floss Flower, Dwarf White

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 15–25 cm tall, 20–25 cm spread

• Position: Full sun or partial shade; fertile, well-drained soil

• Flowering period: June–October

Ideal For

• Bedding and edging

• Patio containers and window boxes

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Mass planting for carpets of white

Sowing Instructions

1. When to sow: February–April indoors

2. How to sow:

   • Sow on the surface of moist seed compost; do not cover, as light aids germination

   • Maintain 18–22°C; germination takes 7–14 days

3. Transplanting: Prick out seedlings and grow on in small pots, harden off before planting outdoors after frost

4. Spacing: Plant 15–20 cm apart

5. Care: Remove faded flowers to encourage continuous blooming

Flower-of-an-Hour – Seeds (Hibiscus trionum)

Flower-of-an-Hour (Hibiscus trionum) is an eye-catching annual known for its delicate, pale yellow flowers with deep maroon centers that open in the morning and fade by evening. Blooming from summer to early autumn, this compact plant adds charm to borders, containers, and cottage-style gardens. Easy to grow and drought-tolerant once established, it attracts pollinators while providing fleeting, yet memorable, blooms that brighten any garden.

Why Grow "Flower-of-an-Hour"

• Pale yellow flowers with striking maroon centers

• Blooms open in the morning and fade by evening

• Compact, drought-tolerant, and easy-to-grow

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

Key Features

• Type: Annual (Hibiscus trionum)

• Height: 30–50 cm

• Flowering: Summer to early autumn

• Position: Full sun

• Uses: Borders, containers, cottage gardens, pollinator-friendly gardens

Ideal For

• Cottage-style and naturalistic gardens

• Borders, containers, and small spaces

• Pollinator-friendly garden designs

• Gardens with morning bloom interest

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April in trays or pots

• Sow outdoors: April–May after frost

• Germination: 7–14 days at 18–22°C

• Thin seedlings 25–30 cm apart

• Prefers well-drained soil in full sun

Flowering Maple Mix – Seeds (Abutilon hybridum ‘Bellevue’)

Flowering Maple ‘Bellevue Mix’ (Abutilon hybridum) is a stunning half-hardy perennial known for its maple-like foliage and graceful, lantern-shaped blooms in shades of red, orange, yellow, and pink. Perfect for containers, conservatories, or sheltered borders, it flowers over a long season and attracts pollinators with its nectar-rich blossoms.

Why Grow "Bellevue Mix"

• Exotic, lantern-shaped flowers in rich colors

• Maple-like foliage for added interest

• Long flowering season

• Pollinator-friendly and versatile

Key Features

• Type: Half-hardy perennial (Abutilon hybridum)

• Height: 90–150 cm

• Flowering: June–October

• Position: Full sun or light shade

• Uses: Borders, containers, conservatories, cut flowers

Ideal For

• Conservatories and patios

• Containers and sheltered spots

• Exotic or tropical-style gardens

• Pollinator-friendly planting

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April in trays or pots

• Germination: 20–30 days at 18–22°C

• Transplant to 45 cm spacing after frost

• Prefers rich, well-drained soil and regular watering

• Can be overwintered indoors in frost-free conditions