Biennial Flower Seeds

Wallflower 'Fair Lady' Mix Seeds (Cheiranthus cheiri)

Wallflowers 'Fair Lady' are fragrant biennial flowers producing bright, cheerful blooms in a variety of colors. Their compact, bushy growth makes them ideal for borders, rock gardens, and cottage-style plantings, while their long-lasting, sweet-scented flowers are perfect for cut flowers. This mix brings vivid color and charm to any garden.

What Makes It Special

• Produces bright, fragrant blooms in multiple colors

• Compact, bushy growth suitable for borders and containers

• Excellent for cut flowers with long vase life

• Attracts pollinators to the garden

Key Features

• Botanical name: Cheiranthus cheiri

• Common name: Wallflower 'Fair Lady'

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 30–45 cm tall, 25–35 cm spread

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

• Flowering period: Second year (biennial), spring to early summer

• Lifespan: Biennial

Ideal For

• Borders, cottage gardens, and rock gardens

• Cut flower arrangements

• Pollinator-friendly plantings

• Mixed flower beds

Sowing Instructions

1. When to sow:

   • Indoors: February–March for transplanting

   • Outdoors: April–May in well-prepared soil

2. How to sow:

   • Sow thinly on the surface and press lightly 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 if needed

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

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.

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

The Alpine Forget-Me-Not White is a rare and elegant form of the classic alpine flower, producing clusters of pure white star-like blooms with delicate yellow centers. Compact and easy to grow, this hardy perennial is perfect for adding a touch of brightness to shady corners, rockeries, and spring borders. Its soft charm makes it a beautiful companion to blue and pink varieties, creating a natural alpine display.

What Makes It Special

• Unusual snow-white blooms, less common than the classic blue

• Hardy and resilient, ideal for cool and mountainous conditions

• A symbol of purity, remembrance, and enduring affection

• Pairs beautifully with colored alpine flowers and spring bulbs

Key Features

• Botanical name: Myosotis alpestris

• Variety: Alpine White

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

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

• Flowering period: Spring to early summer

• Lifespan: Hardy perennial (often grown as a biennial)

Ideal For

• Rock gardens and alpine borders

• Shady garden spots

• Cottage and wildflower gardens

• Mixed displays with blue and pink forget-me-nots

• Spring bulb underplanting (tulips, daffodils, hyacinths)

Sowing Instructions

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

2. How to sow:

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

   • Cover lightly with soil or compost.

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

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

4. Care: Allow to self-seed naturally for repeat displays year after year.

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

The Alpine Forget-Me-Not Pink is a delightful variation of the classic alpine flower, producing clusters of soft pink star-like blooms with cheerful yellow centers. Compact, hardy, and easy to grow, this alpine treasure brings a gentle pastel touch to borders, rock gardens, and naturalized plantings. Its romantic tones make it especially beautiful when planted alongside the traditional blue and rare white forms.

What Makes It Special

• Uncommon pink form of the traditional alpine flower

• Hardy and resilient, thrives in cool climates and rocky soil

• A symbol of remembrance and affection, with a softer romantic hue

• Perfect companion to blue and white alpine forget-me-nots

Key Features

• Botanical name: Myosotis alpestris

• Variety: Alpine Pink

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

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

• Flowering period: Spring to early summer

• Lifespan: Hardy perennial (commonly grown as a biennial)

Ideal For

• Rock gardens and alpine displays

• Mixed pastel-themed borders

• Cottage and wildflower gardens

• Planting with spring bulbs (tulips, daffodils, hyacinths)

• Combining with blue and white forget-me-nots for a tricolor effect

Sowing Instructions

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

2. How to sow:

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

   • Cover lightly with soil or compost.

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

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

4. Care: Allow plants to self-seed for naturalized displays year after year.

English Daisy 'Pomponette' Pink Seeds (Bellis perennis)

The English Daisy ‘Pomponette’ Pink is a charming variety that produces neat, double pompon-shaped blooms in rich shades of soft to deep pink. Compact and easy to grow, it adds a delightful splash of color to borders, containers, and spring bedding displays. A timeless favorite, perfect for pairing with tulips, violas, and primroses.

What Makes It Special

• Distinctive pompon-style flowers in shades of pink

• Compact, hardy, and low-maintenance

• Early and long flowering from spring through early summer

• Ideal for creating vibrant, colorful borders and edging

Key Features

• Botanical name: Bellis perennis

• Variety: Pomponette Pink

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

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

• Flowering period: Early spring to early summer

• Lifespan: Perennial, often grown as a biennial

Ideal For

• Cottage gardens and spring bedding schemes

• Bright borders and edging

• Containers, pots, and window boxes

• Pairing with spring bulbs such as tulips and daffodils

• Creating a soft pink contrast in mixed planting displays

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.

   • Maintain moisture at 15–20°C. Germination takes 14–28 days.

3. Transplant/Thin: When seedlings are large enough, transplant into pots or trays. Harden off before planting outdoors 15–20 cm apart.

4. Care: Deadhead regularly to encourage more blooms. Protect young plants from harsh frost.

Sweet William ‘Pinocchio’ Mix – Seeds

(Dianthus barbatus) – Biennial/Short-lived Perennial

The Sweet William ‘Pinocchio’ Mix is a compact variety that produces charming clusters of vividly colored flowers in shades of red, pink, white, and bicolor. Its fragrant, long-lasting blooms make it a favorite for borders, rock gardens, and cut flowers. Compact in habit, it’s perfect for smaller spaces and containers while still bringing cottage-garden charm.

Key Features

• Type: Biennial / short-lived perennial

• Height: 25–30 cm

• Blooming period: May–July (from second year)

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil

Ideal For

• Borders and edging

• Rock and cottage gardens

• Containers and small gardens

• Long-lasting cut flowers

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April at 18–20°C

• Sow outdoors: May–June for flowering the following year

• Sowing depth: Surface sow, lightly cover with fine soil

• Spacing: 15–20 cm apart

• Care: Deadhead regularly; mulch in winter for protection

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

A bold and dramatic pansy variety, Swiss Giant ‘Red Claret’ produces large velvety blooms in deep wine-red shades with a striking dark center. Hardy and reliable, it’s perfect for adding rich color to spring and autumn displays in beds, borders, and containers.

What Makes It Special

• Large velvety blooms in deep claret-red

• Compact and hardy for cool-season planting

• Long flowering season with lasting garden impact

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

• Seasonal color in cool weather

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