Bee & Butterfly Flowers seeds

Dwarf Sunflower 'Sunspot' Seeds (Helianthus annuus)

The Dwarf Sunflower 'Sunspot' is a compact variety producing giant golden-yellow blooms up to 25 cm wide on sturdy dwarf stems. Reaching just 45–60 cm in height, it’s perfect for small gardens, borders, and containers while still giving the dramatic effect of traditional tall sunflowers. A favorite for children’s gardens and excellent as a cut flower.

What Makes It Special

• Dwarf habit with impressively large flowers

• Perfect for pots, small gardens, or children’s growing projects

• Sturdy stems resist wind and rarely need staking

• Attracts pollinators and makes excellent cut flowers

Key Features

• Botanical name: Helianthus annuus

• Variety: 'Sunspot'

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 45–60 cm tall, 20–30 cm spread

• Position: Full sun; well-drained soil

• Flowering period: July–September

Ideal For

• Pots and containers

• Children’s gardens and school projects

• Borders and bedding schemes

• Cut flower arrangements

Sowing Instructions

1. When to sow: March–May indoors; April–June outdoors

2. How to sow:

   • Sow seeds 1.5 cm deep in pots or directly outdoors after frost

   • Germination takes 7–14 days at 15–20°C

3. Transplanting: Plant seedlings outdoors after frost risk has passed

4. Care: Water regularly in dry conditions; dwarf plants are sturdy and easy to grow.

Zinnia Dahliaflowered ‘Salamon Queen’ Seeds (Zinnia elegans)

Bring bold color and classic charm to your garden with Zinnia Dahliaflowered ‘Salamon Queen’ (Zinnia elegans). This annual produces large, dahlia-like blooms in rich pink shades, adding vibrant flair to borders, beds, and containers. Easy to grow and long-flowering, it’s perfect for brightening your garden from summer to autumn and for cut flower arrangements.

How to Grow

• Sow indoors in early spring or directly outdoors after the last frost.

• Use well-drained soil in a sunny location.

• Lightly cover seeds with soil and keep moist until germination (7–14 days).

• Thin seedlings to 20–25 cm apart to ensure healthy growth.

• Water regularly, avoiding waterlogging.

• Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooms.

Key Features

• Large, dahlia-like blooms in vibrant pink shades

• Long-flowering annual, summer through autumn

• Easy to grow and maintain, ideal for beginners

• Excellent for fresh cut flowers and bouquets

• Attracts pollinators including bees and butterflies

Ideal For

• Flower beds and borders

• Containers, patio planters, and window boxes

• Cutting gardens for fresh bouquets

• Pollinator-friendly landscapes

Sowing

• Best time: Early spring indoors or after frost outdoors

• Germination: 7–14 days

• Sow thinly, cover lightly, and keep soil moist

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

Quick Tip

• Deadhead regularly to prolong flowering and maintain vibrant blooms throughout the season.

Honeywort – Seeds (Cerinthe major)

Honeywort (Cerinthe major) is an eye-catching annual with striking blue-purple tubular flowers and silvery-green foliage. Loved by bees and other pollinators, it adds unique texture and color to borders, cottage gardens, and wildflower mixes. Fast-growing and low-maintenance, it thrives in sunny, well-drained spots.

Why Grow "Honeywort"

• Striking blue-purple tubular flowers

• Silvery-green, ornamental foliage

• Attracts pollinators including bees and butterflies

• Easy to grow and low-maintenance

Key Features

• Type: Hardy annual (Cerinthe major)

• Height: 40–60 cm

• Flowering: June–September

• Position: Full sun, well-drained soil

• Uses: Borders, cottage gardens, wildflower mixes, pollinator gardens

Ideal For

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Cottage and naturalistic borders

• Adding height and color contrast

• Wildflower plantings

Sowing & Growing

• Sow outdoors: March–May in prepared soil

• Germination: 10–20 days at 18–22°C

• Thin seedlings to 25 cm apart

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

• Deadhead to encourage prolonged flowering

Rock Cress Hendersonii Lilac Seeds (Aubrieta hybrida) – 400 Seeds

Create a vibrant spring display with Rock Cress Hendersonii Lilac (Aubrieta hybrida). This hardy perennial forms dense mats of evergreen foliage adorned with masses of lilac-purple flowers, perfect for rock gardens, borders, and walls. Low-maintenance and spreading, it’s ideal for adding early-season color and attracting pollinators to your garden.

How to Grow

• Sow indoors in late winter or directly outdoors in spring.

• Use well-drained soil in a sunny location.

• Scatter seeds thinly on the surface and press lightly; do not cover.

• Keep soil moist until germination (14–21 days).

• Thin seedlings to 15–20 cm apart once established.

• Allow plants to form a dense mat; trim lightly after flowering if desired.

Key Features

• Masses of lilac-purple blooms over dense evergreen foliage

• Hardy perennial, returning year after year

• Thrives in sunny, well-drained locations

• Ideal for rock gardens, borders, walls, and edging

• Attracts bees and other pollinators

Ideal For

• Rock gardens and sunny borders

• Garden walls, raised beds, and edging

• Groundcover in sunny, well-drained areas

• Pollinator-friendly landscapes

Sowing

• Best time: Late winter indoors or early spring outdoors

• Germination: 14–21 days

• Sow thinly on soil surface, press lightly, do not cover

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

Quick Tip

• Let plants spread naturally to form a dense, flowering mat; light trimming after flowering promotes fresh growth and keeps the display neat.

Nasturtium ‘Empress of India’ – Seeds (Tropaeolum nanum)

Nasturtium ‘Empress of India’ (Tropaeolum nanum) is a vibrant annual with striking deep red and dark foliage. Its trailing habit makes it perfect for containers, hanging baskets, and garden borders. Edible flowers and leaves add a peppery flavor to salads and garnishes, while the plant attracts pollinators, creating both beauty and utility in your garden.

Why Grow "Empress of India"

• Deep red blooms with dark, attractive foliage

• Trailing habit ideal for containers and hanging baskets

• Edible flowers and leaves with a peppery taste

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

Key Features

• Type: Annual (Tropaeolum nanum)

• Height: 20–30 cm

• Flowering: June–September

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Uses: Containers, hanging baskets, borders, edible garden

Ideal For

• Edible and ornamental garden planting

• Hanging baskets and container displays

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Borders and small garden beds

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: March–April in trays or pots

• Sow outdoors: After last frost in prepared soil

• Germination: 7–14 days at 18–22°C

• Thin seedlings to 20–25 cm apart

• Prefers well-drained soil and sunny positions

• Deadhead to encourage continuous flowering

Zinnia Dahlia ‘Super Yoga’ – Giant, Fully Double Blooms for Maximum Impact

Zinnia Dahlia ‘Super Yoga’ produces huge, fully double blooms in brilliant, bold colors, making it a showpiece for borders and cutting gardens. These tall, vigorous plants thrive in full sun and summer heat, delivering long-lasting flowers that are perfect for arrangements and garden displays from summer right through to frost.

What Makes It Special

• Giant dahlia-type blooms in vibrant mixed shades

• Excellent for high-impact borders and large bouquets

• Long stems and strong structure for cutting

• Heat- and sun-loving with season-long blooms

• Perfect for gardeners seeking bold, statement flowers

Key Features

• Height: 75–90 cm – tall, sturdy plants

• Excellent vase life

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and pollinators

• Easy to grow from seed

• Perfect for showy summer arrangements

Ideal For

• Cutting gardens and large floral arrangements

• Tall mixed borders

• Pollinator-friendly garden designs

• Summer-long colorful displays

Sowing

• Sow indoors 4–6 weeks before last frost or direct sow after frost danger has passed

• Cover seeds lightly with fine soil

• Germination: 5–10 days at 21–24°C

• Space plants 30–40 cm apart

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

German Chamomile – Seeds (Matricaria recutita)

Bring calm and fragrance to your garden with German Chamomile, a charming annual herb prized for its daisy-like white flowers and soothing aroma. Traditionally used for herbal teas and natural remedies, this variety is easy to grow, highly productive, and also attracts pollinators to your garden. A perfect choice for herb beds, borders, and pots.

How to Grow

. Sow indoors from February to April, lightly pressing seeds onto the surface of moist compost – do not cover as they need light to germinate
. Transplant seedlings outdoors after the last frost, spacing 20–25 cm apart
. Alternatively, sow outdoors directly in April to May in well-drained soil
. Prefers a sunny position with average to light soil
. Water sparingly, as chamomile thrives in slightly dry conditions

Key Features

. Delicate white blooms with yellow centers
. Traditional herb for calming teas and remedies
. Attracts bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects
. Easy to grow, tolerant of poor soils
. Ideal for borders, herb gardens, and containers

Ideal For

. Herbal tea lovers and home remedies
. Pollinator-friendly gardens
. Cottage gardens and borders
. Container growing

Sowing & Harvest

. Sow: February – May
. Harvest: June – September

Quick Tip

Harvest flowers on warm, dry days and dry them for homemade chamomile tea with the best flavor and aroma.

Purple Coneflower 'Starlight' – Seeds

(Echinacea purpurea)

Purple Coneflower 'Starlight' is a hardy perennial known for its striking lavender-purple petals surrounding a prominent orange-brown central cone. Its long-lasting blooms attract pollinators like bees and butterflies, while its robust, upright growth makes it a standout in borders, wildflower meadows, and perennial gardens. This variety is low-maintenance and drought-tolerant, perfect for sustainable planting.

Key Features

• Type: Perennial

• Height: 60–90 cm

• Spread: 40–50 cm

• Flowering: July–September

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile

Ideal For

• Perennial borders and cottage gardens

• Pollinator-friendly planting

• Cut flower arrangements

• Naturalized or meadow-style gardens

Sowing & Growing

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

• Sow outdoors: April–May, directly in soil

• Germination: 14–21 days

• Thin seedlings to 40–50 cm apart

• Mulch and water moderately; low-maintenance once established

Sunflower ‘Henry Wilde’ – 40 Seeds (Helianthus annuus)

A true classic among sunflowers, ‘Henry Wilde’ is loved for its tall, sturdy stems and large golden-yellow blooms that radiate summer warmth. This heirloom variety produces impressive flowers with deep brown centres, making it a favourite for cottage gardens, cutting gardens, and wildlife-friendly landscapes.

‘Henry Wilde’ is an easy-to-grow, reliable sunflower ideal for gardeners of all experience levels. Its bold height and vibrant colour make it a perfect backdrop in borders, along fences, or as a statement plant in any sunny spot.

Features & Benefits

• Tall and statuesque – reaches 1.8–2.2 m

• Large golden-yellow blooms with classic sunflower form

• Excellent cut flower – long, strong stems and great vase life

• Loved by pollinators – attracts bees, butterflies & beneficial insects

• Bird-friendly – seeds are enjoyed by goldfinches and other wild birds

• Easy and dependable – vigorous, fast-growing heirloom variety

Growing Information

• Sowing Time: March–June

• Germination: 7–14 days at 18–22°C

• Flowering: July–September

• Position: Full sun

• Height: 180–220 cm

• Spacing: 30–45 cm

• Soil: Fertile, well-drained; keep evenly moist

How to Grow

Sow seeds directly into the garden after the last frost, planting 1–2 cm deep. For an earlier start, sow individually in pots indoors and transplant once seedlings are strong. Provide support in windy locations. Water regularly, especially during dry spells, to encourage strong stems and big blooms.

Ideal For

• Back borders & cottage gardens

• Cutting gardens

• Wildlife and pollinator gardens

• Creating natural summer screens

• Children’s gardening projects