Container Garden Flower Seeds

Cyperus ‘Umbrella Plant’ – Seeds (Cyperus alternifolius nanum)

Cyperus ‘Umbrella Plant’ (Cyperus alternifolius nanum) is a striking, ornamental aquatic plant with delicate, umbrella-like foliage that adds architectural interest to water features, containers, and indoor gardens. Its compact growth habit makes it ideal for small ponds, water bowls, and patio containers. Easy to grow and low-maintenance, this tropical-style plant creates a lush, exotic look all season long.

Why Grow "Umbrella Plant"

• Unique umbrella-shaped foliage adds architectural appeal

• Compact and versatile, perfect for water features and containers

• Easy to grow and low-maintenance

• Creates a tropical, exotic aesthetic

Key Features

• Type: Perennial aquatic plant (Cyperus alternifolius nanum)

• Height: 30–50 cm

• Flowering: Rare; primarily grown for foliage

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Uses: Ponds, water features, containers, indoor gardens

Ideal For

• Small ponds, water bowls, and patio containers

• Indoor and outdoor water-feature planting

• Tropical or exotic garden themes

• Gardeners seeking architectural and low-maintenance plants

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: Early spring in moist soil

• Sow outdoors: In warm, waterlogged soil or containers

• Germination: 14–21 days

• Space seedlings: 20–25 cm apart

• Prefers consistently moist or shallow water conditions

Cupflower Mixed – Seeds (Nierembergia hippomanica)

Cupflower Mixed produces charming cup-shaped blooms in a variety of pastel shades, including lavender, blue, and white. This compact, low-growing annual is perfect for borders, containers, and rockeries, creating a carpet of delicate color throughout summer. Easy to grow and long-flowering, it adds soft elegance to any garden.

Why Grow "Cupflower Mixed"

• Delicate cup-shaped blooms in mixed pastel colors

• Long-flowering, low-maintenance annual

• Compact habit ideal for borders and containers

• Adds soft, continuous color to summer gardens

Key Features

• Type: Annual (Nierembergia hippomanica)

• Height: 15–25 cm

• Flowering: Summer

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Uses: Borders, containers, rockeries, bedding displays

Ideal For

• Softening edges in borders and pathways

• Container and patio planting

• Rockeries and mixed beds

• Gardeners seeking low-maintenance, long-flowering plants

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: 6–8 weeks before last frost

• Sow outdoors: After frost danger has passed

• Germination: 10–14 days

• Space seedlings: 20–25 cm apart

• Prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade

Cupflower 'White Robe' – Seeds (Nierembergia hippomanica)

Cupflower 'White Robe' is a charming, compact perennial (often grown as an annual) that produces a carpet of pure white, cup-shaped blooms with golden centers. Its trailing habit makes it a superb choice for containers, baskets, and sunny borders. With its long flowering season and easy-care nature, this variety adds brightness and elegance to any summer display.

Highlights

• Abundant white cup-shaped flowers with yellow eyes

• Blooms continuously from summer to frost

• Compact, trailing growth – perfect for baskets and pots

• Tolerant of dry conditions once established

• Easy to grow and maintain

Key Features

• Botanical Name: Nierembergia hippomanica

• Variety: 'White Robe'

• Seed Count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 15–25 cm tall, 30 cm spread

• Position: Full sun, well-drained soil

• Flowering Period: Summer through autumn

Perfect For

• Hanging baskets and containers

• Garden edging or ground cover

• Adding crisp white contrast in mixed displays

• Rockeries and sunny beds

Sowing Instructions

• Sow indoors Feb–April at 18–21°C

• Surface sow on moist compost, press lightly, do not cover

• Germination: 14–21 days

• Transplant seedlings when large enough, spacing 20–25 cm apart

• Harden off before planting outdoors after last frost

Cupflower 'Purple Robe' – Seeds (Nierembergia hippomanica)

Cupflower 'Purple Robe' is a striking, compact perennial (often grown as an annual in cooler climates) that produces masses of velvety purple, cup-shaped blooms with golden centers. Its trailing habit makes it an excellent choice for containers, hanging baskets, and garden edging. Long-blooming and low-maintenance, this variety brings vibrant color to summer plantings.

Highlights

• Deep purple cup-shaped flowers with golden eyes

• Long flowering period from summer to frost

• Compact, trailing habit – ideal for baskets and pots

• Drought tolerant once established

• Easy-care and great for sunny positions

Key Features

• Botanical Name: Nierembergia hippomanica

• Variety: 'Purple Robe'

• Seed Count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 15–25 cm tall, 30 cm spread

• Position: Full sun, well-drained soil

• Flowering Period: Summer through autumn

Perfect For

• Hanging baskets and patio containers

• Ground cover or edging in sunny beds

• Adding vibrant color to summer displays

• Rock gardens and borders

Sowing Instructions

• Sow indoors Feb–April at 18–21°C

• Surface sow on moist compost, lightly press seeds in, do not cover

• Germination: 14–21 days

• Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle, spacing 20–25 cm apart

• Acclimatize before planting out after last frost

Crystalline Ice Plant – Seeds

(Mesembryanthemum crystallinum)

Crystalline Ice Plant is a succulent annual with shimmering, fleshy leaves that appear frosted with glistening crystals. Its small, delicate flowers bloom in summer, adding color and texture to rockeries, containers, and drought-tolerant gardens. Easy to grow and highly resilient, it’s perfect for sunny, well-drained spots.

Why Grow Crystalline Ice Plant?

• Frosted, succulent leaves with a crystalline appearance

• Small, delicate summer flowers

• Drought-tolerant and low-maintenance

• Ideal for rockeries, containers, and sunny gardens

Key Features

• Type: Annual succulent

• Height: 15–25 cm

• Flowers: Summer

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Well-drained, sandy or rocky

Ideal For

• Rockeries, alpine gardens, and succulent collections

• Containers and decorative beds

• Low-maintenance and drought-tolerant gardens

• Sunny, well-drained garden spots

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April in seed trays

• Sow outdoors: April–May in prepared soil

• Germination: 10–20 days at 18–22°C

• Spacing: 15–20 cm apart

Creeping Zinnia Seeds (Sanvitalia procumbens)

Creeping Zinnia is a charming, low-growing, trailing annual with masses of small, golden-yellow daisy-like blooms with dark centers. Perfect for ground cover, hanging baskets, containers, or edging garden beds, this hardy little flower provides a cheerful carpet of color all summer long.

What Makes It Special

• Trailing, creeping habit – great for hanging baskets and ground cover

• Produces hundreds of miniature sunflower-like blooms

• Heat- and drought-tolerant once established

• Long-lasting summer color with minimal care

Key Features

• Botanical name: Sanvitalia procumbens

• Common name: Creeping Zinnia

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 15–25 cm tall, spreading up to 30–40 cm

• Position: Full sun; well-drained soil

• Flowering period: June–October

Ideal For

• Hanging baskets and containers

• Rock gardens and edging borders

• Ground cover in sunny beds

• Adding bright, low-maintenance summer color

Sowing Instructions

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

2. How to sow:

   • Sow thinly on the surface of moist compost and cover lightly with fine soil or vermiculite

   • Keep at 18–22°C; germination takes 7–14 days

3. Transplanting: Prick out seedlings when large enough; plant outside after frost

4. Care: Prefers sunny, well-drained sites; water regularly until established; thrives in poor soils.

Cosmos ‘Polidor’ Mix – Seeds (Cosmos sulphureus)

The Cosmos ‘Polidor’ Mix is a dazzling, warm-toned variety producing masses of semi-double blooms in shades of gold, orange, and scarlet-red. Unlike the softer pastel cosmos, this species (Cosmos sulphureus) is more compact, with bushy growth and excellent heat tolerance. Perfect for bright summer borders and butterfly gardens.

Highlights

• Vivid warm shades: yellow, orange, and red

• Semi-double flowers with a cheerful, fiery look

• Excellent for hot, sunny, dry spots

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and pollinators

Key Features

• Botanical Name: Cosmos sulphureus

• Variety: ‘Polidor’ Mix

• Seed Count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 60–90 cm tall, 30–45 cm spread

• Position: Full sun, well-drained soil

• Flowering Period: July–October

Perfect For

• Adding vibrant warm tones to garden beds

• Containers, borders, and cutting gardens

• Low-maintenance summer displays

• Pollinator-friendly plantings

Sowing Instructions

• Sow indoors March–April at 18–21°C

• Cover seeds lightly with compost

• Germination: 7–14 days

• Harden off and transplant outdoors after frost, spacing 25–30 cm apart

• Can also be direct sown outdoors May–June

Cornflower Sweet Sultan Yellow – Seeds

(Centaurea imperialis)

Cornflower Sweet Sultan Yellow is an elegant annual with bright, golden-yellow, pompom-like blooms atop sturdy stems. Its long-flowering habit and compact form make it ideal for borders, cottage gardens, and cut flower arrangements. Easy to grow and low-maintenance, it also attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies.

Why Grow Cornflower Sweet Sultan Yellow?

• Bright yellow pompom-like blooms

• Compact, long-flowering annual

• Excellent for borders and cut flowers

• Attracts bees and butterflies

Key Features

• Type: Annual

• Height: 40–60 cm

• Flowers: Summer

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile

Ideal For

• Borders, rockeries, and cottage gardens

• Cutting gardens and floral arrangements

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Container planting

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April in seed trays

• Sow outdoors: April–May directly in prepared soil

• Germination: 10–20 days at 18–20°C

• Spacing: 20–25 cm apart

• Care: Water moderately and deadhead to encourage continuous flowering

Coreopsis 'Sterntaler' Seeds (Coreopsis lanceolata)

Bright and cheerful, Coreopsis ‘Sterntaler’ produces masses of golden-yellow blooms with a contrasting dark-red center. Long-flowering and easy to grow, it brings vibrant color to borders, containers, and wildflower meadows. Hardy and low-maintenance, it’s also loved by bees and butterflies.

What Makes It Special

• Sunny yellow blooms with rich red centers

• Long flowering season and low-maintenance

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and pollinators

Key Features

• Botanical name: Coreopsis lanceolata

• Hardy perennial

• Height: 30–60 cm (12–24 in)

• Bloom time: Early summer to autumn

Ideal For

• Cottage gardens and perennial borders

• Wildflower meadows and pollinator gardens

• Containers and cut flowers

Sowing

• Sow indoors Feb–Apr or outdoors Apr–Jun

• Cover lightly with soil and keep moist

• Germination: 14–21 days at 18–22°C

• Thin seedlings 25–30 cm apart

• Flowers from the second year after sowing