Bed & Border Flower Seeds

Sweet William ‘Holborn Glory’ Seeds (Dianthus barbatus)

Sweet William ‘Holborn Glory’ is a charming biennial or short-lived perennial with clusters of bi-colored red, pink, and white flowers. Blooming from late spring to early summer, it’s perfect for borders, cottage gardens, and pollinator-friendly spaces. Easy to grow and long-lasting, it adds vibrant color and fragrance to any garden.

What Makes It Special

• Eye-catching clusters of red, pink, and white flowers

• Fragrant and attractive to bees and butterflies

• Hardy and easy to grow

Key Features

• Botanical name: Dianthus barbatus

• Biennial/perennial

• Height: 30–45 cm

• Bloom time: Late spring to early summer

Ideal For

• Borders, cottage gardens, and mixed plantings

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Containers and cut flower arrangements

Sowing

• Sow indoors Feb–Apr or outdoors Apr–Jun

• Cover seeds lightly with soil

• Germination: 10–14 days at 18–22°C

• Space seedlings 25–30 cm apart

• Flowers the following year

Pansy Swiss Giant ‘Golden Yellow’ Seeds (Viola wittrockiana)

A radiant variety, Swiss Giant ‘Golden Yellow’ produces large, golden-yellow blooms with a striking dark blotch at the center. Hardy and dependable, this pansy brings a warm glow to spring and autumn displays in borders, beds, and containers.

What Makes It Special

• Bright golden-yellow blooms with bold centers

• Large, showy flowers on compact plants

• Reliable cool-season color with long-lasting blooms

Key Features

• Botanical name: Viola wittrockiana

• Hardy annual/biennial

• Height: 15–20 cm (6–8 in)

• Bloom time: Early spring and autumn

Ideal For

• Beds and borders

• Containers, pots, and window boxes

• Adding bright seasonal garden color

Sowing

• Sow indoors Feb–Apr or outdoors May–Jun

• Lightly cover with soil and keep moist

• Germination: 10–21 days at 15–20°C

• Transplant seedlings 15–20 cm apart

• Flowers in spring and autumn after sowing

Pansy Swiss Giant ‘Flame’ Orange Seeds (Viola wittrockiana)

A vibrant and fiery variety, Swiss Giant ‘Flame’ Orange produces large glowing blooms in rich orange tones with a striking dark blotch at the center. Hardy and easy to grow, it delivers bold color for spring and autumn displays in beds, borders, and containers.

What Makes It Special

• Bright flame-orange flowers with a bold dark face

• Large, showy blooms on compact plants

• Long-lasting color in cool seasons

Key Features

• Botanical name: Viola wittrockiana

• Hardy annual/biennial

• Height: 15–20 cm (6–8 in)

• Bloom time: Early spring and autumn

Ideal For

• Beds and borders

• Containers and pots

• Cool-season garden color

Sowing

• Sow indoors Feb–Apr or outdoors May–Jun

• Lightly cover seeds with soil and keep moist

• Germination: 10–21 days at 15–20°C

• Transplant seedlings 15–20 cm apart

• Flowers in spring and autumn after sowinG

Sweet William 'Super Duplex' Mix Seeds (Dianthus barbatus Mix Double)

Sweet William 'Super Duplex' is a biennial flower prized for its lush, double-layered blooms in a mix of vibrant colors. Its dense flower clusters and upright growth make it perfect for borders, cottage gardens, and cut flower arrangements, adding a bold and elegant splash of color.

What Makes It Special

• Produces dense, double-layered flower clusters

• Vibrant mix of colors for eye-catching displays

• Compact, upright growth ideal for borders and mixed beds

• Excellent for cut flowers with long-lasting blooms

Key Features

• Botanical name: Dianthus barbatus

• Common name: Sweet William 'Super Duplex'

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 30–50 cm tall, 20–30 cm spread

• Position: Full sun to partial shade, well-drained soil

• Flowering period: Second year; late spring to early summer

• Lifespan: Biennial

Ideal For

• Borders, cottage gardens, and mixed flower beds

• Cut flower arrangements

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Containers and patio planting

Sowing Instructions

1. When to sow:

   • Indoors: February–April for transplanting

   • Outdoors: April–May in well-prepared soil

2. How to sow:

   • Sow seeds thinly on the surface and press lightly into soil

   • Keep soil moist until germination (10–20 days)

3. Transplant/Thin: Space seedlings 20–30 cm apart

4. Care: Protect young plants from frost; deadhead spent flowers to prolong bloom

Pansy Swiss Giant ‘Red Wings’ Seeds (Viola wittrockiana)

A bold and eye-catching pansy variety, Swiss Giant ‘Red Wings’ produces large velvety crimson-red flowers with a striking dark blotch at the center. Compact and hardy, it’s ideal for adding dramatic color to spring and autumn displays in beds, borders, and containers.

What Makes It Special

• Rich, velvety red blooms with contrasting center

• Extra-large flowers on compact plants

• Long flowering season, thriving in cool weather

Key Features

• Botanical name: Viola wittrockiana

• Hardy annual/biennial

• Height: 15–20 cm (6–8 in)

• Bloom time: Early spring and autumn

Ideal For

• Garden beds and borders

• Containers, pots, and window boxes

• Cool-season color displays

Sowing

• Sow indoors Feb–Apr or outdoors May–Jun

• Lightly cover with soil, keep moist

• Germination: 10–21 days at 15–20°C

• Transplant 15–20 cm apart

• Flowers spring and autumn after sowing

China Pink 'Merry-go-round' – Seeds

(Dianthus chinensis)

China Pink 'Merry-go-round' is a charming annual featuring vibrant, frilled blooms in shades of pink with delicate markings. Its compact, bushy habit makes it perfect for borders, rockeries, and containers, providing continuous colour throughout the summer. Easy to grow and low-maintenance, this variety also attracts pollinators, adding life and beauty to any garden.

Key Features

• Type: Hardy annual

• Height: 20–30 cm

• Spread: 20–25 cm

• Flowering: June–September

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil

Ideal For

• Borders and edging

• Rockeries and container planting

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Summer floral displays

Sowing & Growing

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

• Sow outdoors: April–May directly in soil

• Germination: 7–14 days

• Thin seedlings or transplant to 20–25 cm spacing

• Deadhead regularly to prolong flowering

Horned Pansy 'Prince John' Seeds (Viola cornuta)

The Horned Pansy 'Prince John' is a delightful heirloom variety of Viola cornuta, loved for its charming golden-yellow blooms with subtle shading. Compact and long-flowering, it’s ideal for brightening up borders, containers, and rock gardens with a cheerful splash of sunshine. Hardy and easy to grow, it also attracts pollinators to the garden.

What Makes It Special

• Distinctive golden-yellow flowers

• Hardy perennial (often grown as a biennial)

• Perfect for naturalizing or cottage-style gardens

Key Features

• Botanical name: Viola cornuta

• Perennial (treated as biennial in some climates)

• Height: 15–20 cm

• Spread: 20–25 cm

• Flowering: May–September

Ideal For

• Cottage gardens and naturalized plantings

• Borders, pots, and rockeries

• Long-lasting displays from spring to autumn

Sowing

• Sow indoors: February–April, cover lightly with compost

• Germination: 10–21 days at 15–20°C

• Transplant outdoors: after last frost, 20 cm apart

• Prefers sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil

February Orchid – 400 Seeds (Orychophragmus violaceus)

Description:
Brighten early spring gardens with February Orchid (Orychophragmus violaceus). This hardy annual produces clusters of delicate, violet-purple flowers that bloom from late winter into early spring. Its compact, bushy growth habit makes it ideal for borders, rock gardens, and container plantings. February Orchid attracts pollinators and adds cheerful color when few other plants are in bloom.

Key Features

• Delicate violet-purple blooms from late winter to early spring

• Hardy, compact, and bushy annual

• Long-lasting early-season color

• Attracts bees and pollinators

• Easy to grow from seed

Ideal For

• Borders and mixed flower beds

• Rock gardens and container plantings

• Early spring color displays

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

Sowing & Growing

• Sow Indoors: January–February

• Sow Outdoors: February–March

• Germination: 7–14 days at 15–20°C

• Height: 30–40 cm

• Spacing: 20–25 cm apart

• Light: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile

Care Tips

• Water lightly until seedlings establish

• Deadhead to encourage continuous flowering

• Avoid waterlogging

• Can self-seed for future seasons

Dwarf Maiden Pink White-Red Seeds (Dianthus deltoides)

A charming and compact perennial, Dwarf Maiden Pink White-Red produces small, delicate blooms in a mix of white and red shades. Hardy and low-growing, it’s perfect for borders, rock gardens, and container plantings, offering long-lasting color and a neat, tidy habit.

What Makes It Special

• Delicate white and red blooms in a compact form

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

• Long flowering season with vibrant colors

Key Features

• Botanical name: Dianthus deltoides

• Hardy perennial

• Height: 10–15 cm (4–6 in)

• Bloom time: Late spring to summer

Ideal For

• Borders, rock gardens, and edging

• Containers and small garden spaces

• Low-maintenance, compact garden displays

Sowing

• Sow indoors Feb–Apr or outdoors Mar–May

• Cover lightly with soil and keep moist

• Germination: 14–21 days at 15–20°C

• Thin seedlings 10–15 cm apart

• Flowers in the first or second season after sowing