Biennial Flower Seeds

Pansy Swiss Pansy Blue ‘Ullswater’ Seeds (Viola wittrockiana)

A classic pansy variety with large, velvety deep-blue blooms and a dark central blotch. Blue ‘Ullswater’ is compact, hardy, and perfect for bringing bold color to spring and autumn gardens in beds, borders, and containers.

What Makes It Special

• Rich, velvety blue flowers with strong garden presence

• Reliable variety for cool-season planting

• Long-lasting blooms from early spring through autumn

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

• Cover seeds lightly 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 ‘Can Can’ Mixed Seeds (Viola wittrockiana)

A unique and eye-catching mix, Pansy ‘Can Can’ features large, ruffled blooms in a dazzling range of colors. Compact and hardy, this variety adds texture and vibrant charm to beds, borders, and containers, providing continuous displays from spring through autumn.

What Makes It Special

• Distinctive ruffled petals for a frilled effect

• Wide color mix, from bright tones to soft pastels

• Long flowering season with lasting garden appeal

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

• Pots, containers, and window boxes

• Adding texture and variety to seasonal displays

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

Mexican Butterfly Weed ‘Red’ – Seeds (Asclepias curassavica)

Mexican Butterfly Weed ‘Red’ is a vibrant, nectar-rich perennial attracting butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds. Its bright red, clustered flowers bloom from summer to autumn, creating a bold splash of color in borders, beds, and pollinator gardens. Easy to grow and low-maintenance, this variety supports wildlife while adding tropical flair and long-lasting beauty to your garden.

Why Grow "Red Mexican Butterfly Weed"

• Bright red, clustered flowers from summer to autumn

• Nectar-rich, attracting butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds

• Low-maintenance and easy to grow

• Perfect for pollinator-friendly gardens and vibrant borders

Key Features

• Type: Perennial (Asclepias curassavica)

• Height: 60–90 cm

• Flowering: Summer to autumn

• Position: Full sun

• Uses: Borders, beds, pollinator gardens, wildlife-friendly planting

Ideal For

• Supporting pollinators and wildlife in the garden

• Adding bright red color to borders and beds

• Cottage and mixed garden designs

• Gardeners seeking low-maintenance, nectar-rich plants

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: 6–8 weeks before last frost

• Sow outdoors: After frost danger has passed

• Germination: 10–20 days

• Space seedlings: 30–40 cm apart

• Prefers well-drained soil and full sun

Sweet William Flower Mix ‘Herald of Spring’ Seeds (Dianthus barbatus) – 700 Seeds

Celebrate spring with Sweet William Flower Mix ‘Herald of Spring’ (Dianthus barbatus). This vibrant annual mix produces clusters of fragrant, brightly colored blooms in shades of pink, red, and white. Perfect for borders, cottage gardens, and cutting gardens, it’s easy to grow, long-flowering, and attracts pollinators for a lively garden display.

How to Grow

• Sow directly outdoors in spring after the last frost or indoors 6–8 weeks earlier.

• Use well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade.

• Scatter seeds thinly and cover lightly with soil.

• Keep soil moist until germination (10–14 days).

• Thin seedlings to 20–30 cm apart for healthy growth.

• Deadhead regularly to encourage continuous flowering.

Key Features

• Clusters of fragrant blooms in pink, red, and white shades

• Hardy, easy-to-grow annual or biennial depending on climate

• Long-flowering and attractive to pollinators

• Ideal for borders, cottage gardens, and cutting gardens

• Compact growth habit perfect for edging and containers

Ideal For

• Flower beds, borders, and cottage gardens

• Cutting gardens for fresh bouquets

• Pollinator-friendly plantings

• Containers and patio planters

Sowing

• Best time: Spring outdoors or 6–8 weeks earlier indoors

• Germination: 10–14 days

• Sow thinly, cover lightly, and keep soil moist

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

Quick Tip

• For a prolonged display, sow successive batches every 2–3 weeks during spring.

Hollyhock Chaters Double Triumph White – Seeds (Althaea rosea)

Hollyhock Chaters Double Triumph White is a stunning biennial that produces tall spikes of pure white, double blooms. Its elegant flowers create a classic cottage garden look, ideal for borders, backdrops, and pollinator-friendly gardens. Easy to grow and long-lasting, this variety attracts bees and butterflies while adding height and drama to any garden space.

Why Grow "Chaters Double Triumph White"

• Tall spikes of elegant, double white flowers

• Long flowering season adds summer interest

• Attracts pollinators, including bees and butterflies

• Perfect for cottage garden style and borders

Key Features

• Type: Biennial (Althaea rosea)

• Height: 1.8–2.0 m

• Flowering: Second year after sowing

• Position: Full sun

• Uses: Borders, backdrops, cottage gardens, pollinator planting

Ideal For

• Creating dramatic vertical interest in borders

• Cottage and mixed garden designs

• Pollinator-friendly planting

• Gardeners seeking classic, easy-to-grow hollyhocks

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: January–March

• Sow outdoors: Directly in soil April–May

• Germination: 14–21 days

• Plant out after last frost, spacing 45–60 cm apart

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

Dwarf Foxglove 'Foxy' Mix – 8000 Seeds (Digitalis purpurea)

Add cottage garden charm with Dwarf Foxglove 'Foxy', a compact variety that produces spires of trumpet-shaped blooms in shades of pink, purple, cream, and white. Unlike taller foxgloves, 'Foxy' grows to a manageable height, making it perfect for smaller gardens, beds, borders, and containers. Loved by bees and pollinators, it’s a classic for wildlife-friendly planting.

What Makes It Special

• Compact foxglove, only 60–80 cm tall

• Mix of soft, romantic colors with speckled throats

• Blooms in the first year from seed

• Perfect for beds, borders, and wildlife gardens

Key Features

• Pack Size: 8000 seeds

• Height: 60–80 cm

• Biennial (flowers in year one if sown early)

• Attracts bees and other pollinators

Ideal For

• Cottage and wildlife gardens

• Beds, borders, and mixed plantings

• Containers and small gardens

• Pollinator-friendly spaces

Sowing

• Sow indoors Jan–May on moist seed compost, press seeds lightly (do not cover, needs light to germinate)

• Germination: 14–21 days at 18–22°C

• Transplant outdoors after frost, spacing 25–30 cm

• Flowers: June–August

Canterbury Bells Mix Seeds (Campanula medium)

Canterbury Bells are classic biennial flowers cherished for their bell-shaped blooms in a range of vibrant colors. This mix produces tall, elegant stems covered in large, showy flowers that brighten borders, cottage gardens, and cut flower arrangements. With their long-lasting blooms and architectural form, they are perfect for adding vertical interest and charm to any garden.

What Makes It Special

• Produces bell-shaped flowers in multiple colors

• Tall, upright growth adds vertical structure to borders

• Excellent for cut flowers with a long vase life

• Biennial: flowers in the second year for a reliable display

Key Features

• Botanical name: Campanula medium

• Common name: Canterbury Bells

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 60–90 cm tall, 25–30 cm spread

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

• Flowering period: Second year; early to mid-summer

• Lifespan: Biennial

Ideal For

• Borders and cottage-style gardens

• Cut flower arrangements

• Mixed flower beds

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

Sowing Instructions

1. When to sow:

   • Indoors: February–March for transplanting

   • Outdoors: April–May in well-prepared soil

2. How to sow:

   • Sow seeds thinly on surface and lightly press into soil

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

3. Transplant/Thin: Space seedlings 25–30 cm apart

4. Care: Protect young plants from frost; stake taller varieties if needed

Alpine Forget-Me-Not Blue Seeds (Myosotis alpestris)

The Alpine Forget-Me-Not Blue is a compact perennial famous for its brilliant sky-blue flowers with bright yellow centers. Native to alpine meadows and rocky slopes, this charming plant brings a touch of wild mountain beauty to your garden. Its dainty, star-shaped blooms create a cheerful carpet of color, perfect for borders, rockeries, and cottage gardens.

What Makes It Special

• Classic true-blue blooms, a rare and much-loved garden color

• Hardy and reliable, thriving in cooler climates and alpine conditions

• Early flowering, bringing brightness to spring gardens

• A symbol of remembrance and lasting affection

Key Features

• Botanical name: Myosotis alpestris

• Variety: Alpine Blue

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

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

• Flowering period: Spring to early summer

• Lifespan: Hardy perennial (sometimes treated as a biennial)

Ideal For

• Rock gardens and alpine beds

• Borders and edging

• Naturalizing in wildflower meadows

• Pairing with spring bulbs like tulips and daffodils

• Cottage gardens and sentimental plantings

Sowing Instructions

1. When to sow: Late spring to mid-summer (May–July) for blooms the following spring.

2. How to sow:

   • Sow thinly in trays or directly outdoors on finely raked soil.

   • Cover seeds lightly with soil or compost.

   • Keep moist until germination (10–21 days).

3. Transplant/Thin: Space 15–20 cm apart when seedlings are large enough to handle.

4. Care: Prefers cool, moist conditions. Allow to self-seed for natural drifts.

Pansy Swiss Giant Mix Seeds (Viola wittrockiana)

A vibrant blend of extra-large pansy blooms in a wide range of bold colors. Swiss Giant Mix is hardy, compact, and perfect for creating long-lasting displays in beds, borders, and containers from early spring through autumn.

What Makes It Special

• Striking mix of colors, from soft pastels to deep, rich shades

• Extra-large flowers on sturdy, compact plants

• Long flowering season 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

• Beds and borders

• Containers, pots, and window boxes

• Cool-season color and continuous displays

Sowing

• Sow indoors Feb–Apr or outdoors May–Jun

• Cover seeds lightly 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