Biennial Flower Seeds

🌸 Viola wittrockiana ‘Tempo’ – Hardy, Compact Pansy for Autumn & Early Spring Colour

‘Tempo’ is a reliable bedding pansy series known for its compact growth, mid-sized flowers, and excellent winter hardiness. Ideal for early spring and autumn planting, it produces a vibrant display of blooms in a wide range of colours. Many shades feature charming small “eyes”, adding classic pansy character. The sturdy plants maintain a neat shape and continue flowering through cold, wet, and changeable weather — perfect for borders, pots, window boxes, and mass bedding schemes.

Key Features

● Compact bedding pansy with mid-sized flowers

● Colour range includes types with small patterned “eyes”

● Exceptionally winter-hardy — ideal for autumn and early spring

● Reliable flowering in cold, wet conditions

● Perfect for pots, borders, containers, and bedding

How to Sow & Grow Viola wittrockiana ‘Tempo’ (UK)

Sow indoors: VI–VIII (June–August) in trays or pots

Transplant outdoors: VIII–IX (August–September) once seedlings are large enough to handle

Direct outdoors: VI–VIII (June–August)

Flowering: III–VI (March–June) from autumn sowings; VI–X (June–October) from spring sowings

Germination temperature: 15–20 °C (59–68 °F)

Average germ time: 10–21 days

Depth: Surface sow or cover very lightly (0.2 cm / 1⁄16 in)

Light required: Low light for germination

Moisture: Keep evenly moist

Environment: Full sun to partial shade

Soil type: Moist, fertile, well-drained soil

Plant spacing: 20–25 cm (8–10 in)

Height: 15–20 cm (6–8 in)

Sowing & Growing Tips (variety-specific)

● Keep seeds in low light to improve germination.

● Pinch young plants for bushier, more compact growth.

● Plant in autumn for strong winter establishment.

● Deadhead regularly for extended flowering.

● Excellent for cold, wet climates — extremely hardy.

English Daisy 'Pomponette' Red Seeds (Bellis perennis)

The English Daisy ‘Pomponette’ Red is a compact and eye-catching spring flower that produces dense, pompon-shaped double blooms in deep crimson to bright scarlet shades. Perfect for borders, edging, containers, or spring bedding, these hardy daisies bring vibrant early-season color and combine beautifully with tulips, violas, and forget-me-nots.

What Makes It Special

• Striking pompon-style flowers in vivid red tones

• Compact and hardy perennial, often grown as a biennial

• Early-flowering, adding bold color in spring

• Easy to grow and reliable in many garden settings

Key Features

• Botanical name: Bellis perennis

• Variety: Pomponette Red

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

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

• Flowering period: Early spring to early summer

• Lifespan: Perennial, usually treated as a biennial

Ideal For

• Spring borders and edging

• Containers, pots, and window boxes

• Cottage gardens and traditional bedding displays

• Pairing with spring bulbs like tulips, daffodils, and hyacinths

• Adding a bold red highlight among softer pastel flowers

Sowing Instructions

1. When to sow: May to July for flowers the following spring.

2. How to sow:

   • Sow on the surface of moist seed compost, as seeds need light to germinate.

   • Keep at 15–20°C; germination takes 14–28 days.

3. Transplant/Thin: Prick out seedlings when large enough, then grow on in cooler conditions. Harden off before planting 15–20 cm apart.

4. Care: Remove faded flowers to prolong blooming. Protect young plants from severe frost.

Hollyhock ‘Chaters Double Triumph Mix’ Seeds (Althaea rosea)

A true cottage garden classic, the Hollyhock ‘Chaters Double Triumph Mix’ produces tall, stately flower spikes adorned with large, fully double blooms in a rich blend of colors – from soft pastels to vibrant shades. These majestic perennials (often grown as biennials) create a dramatic vertical accent at the back of borders, alongside walls, or in wildflower-style gardens.

What Makes It Special

• Stunning double blooms in a wide range of colors

• Impressive tall spires up to 1.8–2.5 m high

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and pollinators

• A long-standing favorite in cottage and traditional gardens

Key Features

• Botanical name: Althaea rosea

• Common name: Hollyhock Chaters Double Triumph Mix

• Seed count: Approx. per pack (customizable)

• Height/Spread: 180–250 cm tall, 50–60 cm spread

• Position: Full sun; well-drained fertile soil

• Flowering period: July – September (second year from sowing)

• Lifespan: Hardy biennial/perennial

Ideal For

• Cottage and traditional garden borders

• Planting against walls and fences

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Creating dramatic vertical height in displays

Sowing Instructions

1. When to sow: Indoors March–May or directly outdoors May–June.

2. How to sow:

   • Sow seeds thinly in trays or pots of moist seed compost, cover lightly.

   • Keep at 15–20°C for germination (14–21 days).

   • Transplant seedlings when large enough, spacing 45–60 cm apart.

3. Care: Provide support in exposed areas. Deadhead faded flowers to encourage further blooming.

English Daisy 'Super Enorma' Red Seeds (Bellis perennis)

The English Daisy ‘Super Enorma’ Red is a premium variety renowned for its extra-large double blooms in a rich, velvety red shade. Compared to traditional English daisies, ‘Super Enorma’ produces bigger, showier flowers that stand out beautifully in spring borders, containers, and cottage gardens. This hardy perennial, often grown as a biennial, brings an early burst of dramatic color and pairs perfectly with spring bulbs and other bedding plants.

What Makes It Special

• Extra-large blooms for maximum impact

• Vivid deep red pompon flowers that brighten spring gardens

• Compact growth yet highly floriferous

• Hardy and reliable, ideal for early-season displays

Key Features

• Botanical name: Bellis perennis

• Variety: Super Enorma Red

• Flower size: Larger than standard Bellis varieties

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

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

• Flowering period: Early spring to early summer

• Lifespan: Perennial, usually cultivated as a biennial

Ideal For

• Spring bedding and borders

• Containers and pots for dramatic color

• Cottage gardens and mixed plantings

• Pairing with tulips, hyacinths, and pansies for classic displays

• Gardeners seeking large, showy daisies in bold red

Sowing Instructions

1. When to sow: May to July for flowers the following spring.

2. How to sow:

   • Sow on the surface of moist seed compost, as seeds need light to germinate.

   • Keep at 15–20°C; germination takes 14–28 days.

3. Transplant/Thin: Prick out seedlings when large enough to handle and grow on in cooler conditions. Harden off before planting 15–20 cm apart.

4. Care: Regular deadheading encourages longer flowering. Protect young plants from harsh frost.

Pansy ‘Clear Crystals Black’ – Seeds (Viola wittrockiana)

Pansy ‘Clear Crystals Black’ (Viola wittrockiana) is a dramatic and elegant variety with large, velvety, jet-black blooms. Compact and easy to grow, it flowers from early spring through summer, and again in autumn with lasting displays. Perfect for borders, bedding, window boxes, and containers, these striking flowers also make excellent companions in mixed plantings. Hardy and reliable, pansies add bold contrast to the garden while attracting pollinators.

Why Grow "Clear Crystals Black"

• Striking velvety black blooms for dramatic displays

• Long flowering season from spring to autumn

• Compact, hardy, and easy to grow

• Great for borders, containers, and window boxes

Key Features

• Type: Hardy annual/biennial (Viola wittrockiana)

• Height: 15–20 cm

• Flowering: Spring to autumn

• Position: Full sun or partial shade

• Uses: Bedding, borders, containers, window boxes, pollinator gardens

Ideal For

• Adding dramatic color contrast to displays

• Early spring and autumn garden interest

• Compact planting in pots and containers

• Pollinator-friendly planting schemes

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April or July–September

• Germination: 10–20 days at 15–20°C

• Transplant seedlings 15–20 cm apart

• Prefers rich, moist but well-drained soil

• Deadhead regularly to prolong blooming

English Daisy 'Pomponette' White Seeds (Bellis perennis)

The English Daisy ‘Pomponette’ White is a refined garden classic, producing neat, double pompon-like flowers in pure white. Compact and long-flowering, it brings freshness and elegance to borders, pots, and spring bedding schemes. Its timeless charm makes it perfect for traditional cottage gardens and for pairing with tulips, violas, or primroses.

What Makes It Special

• Produces pure white, pompon-style blooms for a clean and elegant look

• Compact, hardy, and easy to grow in most gardens

• Provides a long flowering season from early spring onwards

• Excellent choice for classic bedding schemes and container planting

Key Features

• Botanical name: Bellis perennis

• Variety: Pomponette White

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

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

• Flowering period: Early spring to early summer

• Lifespan: Perennial, often grown as a biennial

Ideal For

• Cottage gardens and traditional flower beds

• Spring bedding displays with tulips and primroses

• Pots, containers, and window boxes

• Low-growing borders and edging

• Adding a soft, white contrast to mixed planting schemes

Sowing Instructions

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

2. How to sow:

   • Sow thinly on the surface of moist seed compost.

   • Do not cover, as seeds need light to germinate.

   • Keep moist at 15–20°C. Germination takes 14–28 days.

3. Transplant/Thin: When seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant to pots or trays. Plant outdoors 15–20 cm apart.

4. Care: Deadhead faded blooms to prolong flowering. Protect young plants from severe frost.

Black Hollyhock – Seeds (Althaea rosea nigra)

Black Hollyhock (Althaea rosea nigra) is a striking biennial producing tall spikes of deep, dark purple to almost black double blooms. Its dramatic flowers create a bold focal point in borders, cottage gardens, and pollinator-friendly areas. Easy to grow and long-lasting, this variety attracts bees and butterflies while adding elegance and vertical interest to any garden.

Why Grow "Black Hollyhock"

• Tall spikes of deep purple to nearly black flowers

• Dramatic focal point for borders and cottage gardens

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

• Hardy biennial with long-lasting blooms

Key Features

• Type: Biennial (Althaea rosea nigra)

• Height: 1.8–2.0 m

• Flowering: Second year after sowing

• Position: Full sun

• Uses: Borders, cottage gardens, pollinator planting, cut flowers

Ideal For

• Creating vertical interest and dramatic color in borders

• Cottage and mixed garden designs

• Pollinator-friendly planting

• Gardeners seeking bold, elegant biennial flowers

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

Pansy Swiss Giant ‘Pink’ Seeds (Viola wittrockiana)

A charming pansy variety with large soft pink blooms and a subtle dark center, Swiss Giant ‘Pink’ adds elegance and gentle color to garden beds, borders, and containers. Hardy and easy to grow, it provides long-lasting displays in spring and autumn.

What Makes It Special

• Large pastel-pink flowers with a delicate face

• Compact, hardy plants ideal for cool seasons

• Long flowering period for continuous color

Key Features

• Botanical name: Viola wittrockiana

• Hardy annual/biennial

• Height: 15–20 cm (6–8 in)

• Bloom time: Early spring and autumn

Ideal For

• Borders and flower beds

• Pots, containers, and window boxes

• Cool-season garden 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

Column Stock Mammouth Excelsior Mix – 100 Seeds (Matthiola incana)

Enjoy a vertical burst of color with Column Stock Mammouth Excelsior Mix, known for its tall, elegant spikes and fragrant blooms perfect for cutting or borders.

What Makes It Special

• Tall, stately flower spikes with vibrant colors

• Sweetly scented blooms ideal for bouquets

• Long-lasting flowers that enhance garden aesthetics

Key Features

• Height: 60–90 cm

• Full sun, well-drained soil

• Biennial/Annual, blooms in spring to summer

Ideal For

• Garden borders and formal beds

• Cut flower arrangements

• Attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies

Sowing

• Sow indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost

• Transplant seedlings after frost risk passes

• Germination: 10–15 days

• Space plants 20–25 cm apart