Container Garden Flower Seeds

Sweet Alyssum ‘Paletta’ Salmon – Seeds

(Lobularia maritima)

Sweet Alyssum ‘Paletta’ Salmon is a low-growing annual with dense clusters of fragrant, salmon-colored flowers. Its spreading habit makes it perfect for borders, rockeries, and containers. Long-flowering, easy to grow, and attractive to pollinators, it adds a soft, delicate touch to any garden.

Why Grow Sweet Alyssum ‘Paletta’ Salmon?

• Dense clusters of fragrant salmon-colored blooms

• Low-growing, spreading habit

• Long-flowering and easy to grow

• Attracts bees and butterflies

Key Features

• Type: Annual

• Height: 10–20 cm

• Flowers: Spring to autumn

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile

Ideal For

• Borders, rockeries, and containers

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Edging and groundcover plantings

• Low-maintenance, long-flowering displays

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April in seed trays

• Sow outdoors: March–May in prepared soil

• Germination: 7–14 days at 15–20°C

• Spacing: 15–20 cm apart

• Care: Regular watering; deadhead for prolonged flowering

Sweet Alyssum White ‘Snowcloth’ – Seeds (Lobularia maritima)

Sweet Alyssum White ‘Snowcloth’ (Lobularia maritima) is a low-growing, fragrant annual with dense clusters of pure white flowers. Its delicate blooms form a carpet of color, ideal for borders, rockeries, hanging baskets, and containers. Hardy and fast-growing, it attracts pollinators and provides a long-lasting display throughout spring and summer.

Why Grow "Snowcloth"

• Dense clusters of fragrant, pure white flowers

• Low-growing and spreading habit

• Long-lasting blooms from spring to summer

• Attracts bees and butterflies

Key Features

• Type: Annual (Lobularia maritima)

• Height: 10–15 cm

• Flowering: April–September

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Uses: Borders, rockeries, containers, hanging baskets, ground cover

Ideal For

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Borders and edging

• Container and hanging basket displays

• Rockeries and low-maintenance flower beds

Sowing & Growing

• Sow outdoors: March–May in prepared soil

• Germination: 7–14 days at 15–20°C

• Thin seedlings to 15 cm apart

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

• Deadhead to encourage prolonged flowering

Swan River Daisy Mixed – Clouds of Colorful, Dainty Blooms

Swan River Daisy Mixed produces masses of small, daisy-like flowers in shades of purple, blue, pink, and white over fine, feathery foliage. Native to Australia, this easy-to-grow annual brings a soft, airy texture and vibrant color to garden beds, borders, and hanging baskets. A prolific bloomer from summer to autumn, it thrives in sunny spots and is perfect for low-maintenance displays.

What Makes It Special

• Abundant, delicate blooms in a rainbow of pastel shades

• Adds a light, airy look to gardens and containers

• Long flowering season with minimal care

• Tolerates heat and dry conditions once established

• Attracts pollinators

Key Features

• Height: 20–30 cm – compact, spreading habit

• Excellent for ground cover or edging

• Hardy annual – fast to flower from seed

• Drought-tolerant and easy to grow

• Perfect for mass planting

Ideal For

• Borders, edging, and pathways

• Hanging baskets and window boxes

• Cottage and wildflower gardens

• Low-maintenance summer displays

Sowing

• Sow indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost or direct sow after frost danger has passed

• Lightly press seeds into soil; do not cover deeply

• Germination: 7–14 days at 18–21°C

• Space plants 15–20 cm apart

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

Sunflower 'Big Smile' Seeds (Helianthus annuus)

The Sunflower 'Big Smile' is one of the earliest and most compact sunflower varieties, growing just 25–40 cm tall. It produces cheerful, golden-yellow blooms with dark centers, making it ideal for containers, borders, and small gardens. Despite its size, it flowers profusely and brings a burst of sunshine to any space.

What Makes It Special

• Extra compact dwarf variety – perfect for pots and small spaces

• Early flowering, bringing color sooner than most sunflowers

• Bright golden blooms with strong stems

• Low-maintenance, easy to grow

Key Features

• Botanical name: Helianthus annuus

• Variety: 'Big Smile'

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 25–40 cm tall, 20–30 cm spread

• Position: Full sun; well-drained, fertile soil

• Flowering period: June–September

Ideal For

• Patio containers and window boxes

• Small gardens and borders

• Children’s gardens and beginner growers

• Quick, cheerful summer color

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 direct outdoors after frost risk has passed

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

3. Transplanting: Thin or transplant seedlings to 20–30 cm apart

4. Care: Water regularly; no staking required due to dwarf habit.

Summer Savory 'Midget' – Seeds (Satureja hortensis)

Summer Savory ‘Midget’ is a compact, fast-growing annual herb, prized for its spicy, peppery flavour that resembles thyme and oregano. This dwarf variety is especially suited for container growing, raised beds, and small herb gardens.

Traditionally used to season bean dishes, meats, soups, and stews, it is also excellent fresh or dried as a versatile culinary herb. With its neat, bushy growth habit and aromatic leaves, ‘Midget’ is both decorative and useful in the kitchen.

How to Grow

• Sow indoors: March – April in pots or trays

• Sow outdoors: April – June, directly into prepared soil

• Depth: Lightly cover seeds with soil (approx. 0.5 cm)

• Spacing: 20–25 cm between plants

• Position: Sunny, well-drained spot

• Soil: Light, sandy, moderately fertile

Key Features

• Compact dwarf variety – ideal for pots and small spaces

• Distinct peppery flavour – a classic bean seasoning

• Culinary herb for meats, stews, soups, and sauces

• Can be used fresh or dried

• Hardy, quick-growing, and easy to maintain

Harvesting

• Harvest from: June – September

• Pick fresh leaves regularly to encourage new growth.

• For winter use, cut and dry whole sprigs just before flowering.

Summer Carnival Orange Seeds (Cheiranthus allionii)

Summer Carnival Orange is a vibrant annual producing clusters of bright orange, trumpet-shaped flowers from late spring to summer. Compact and bushy, it’s perfect for borders, rock gardens, and containers. Easy to grow and long-flowering, it attracts pollinators and adds bold, cheerful color to sunny garden spots.

What Makes It Special

• Bright orange trumpet-shaped blooms

• Long flowering period from late spring to summer

• Hardy, low-maintenance, and pollinator-friendly

Key Features

• Botanical name: Cheiranthus allionii

• Annual

• Height: 25–35 cm

• Bloom time: Late spring to summer

Ideal For

• Borders, rock gardens, and containers

• Pollinator-friendly plantings

• Sunny, well-drained garden spots

Sowing

• Sow indoors Feb–Apr or outdoors Mar–May

• Cover seeds lightly with soil

• Germination: 7–14 days at 18–22°C

• Space seedlings 20–25 cm apart

• Flowers the same year

Strawflower ‘Tom Thumb’ Mixed – 800 Seeds (Helichrysum bracteatum)

Compact yet dazzling, Strawflower ‘Tom Thumb’ Mixed brings a burst of jewel-like colors to your garden. These papery, everlasting blooms shine in vibrant shades and are prized for their ability to retain shape and brilliance when dried. Perfect for small borders, pots, and cutting gardens, they provide endless color and beauty from summer through autumn.

What Makes It Special

• Compact, dwarf-growing variety – ideal for small gardens & containers

• Produces vibrant, papery flowers that are excellent for drying

• Long-lasting blooms that withstand heat and drought

• Adds bright splashes of color all summer

Key Features

• Half-hardy annual, height: 30–40 cm

• Blooms: Summer to autumn

• Thrives in full sun & well-drained soil

• Great for bedding, pots, and floral crafts

Ideal For

• Containers and window boxes

• Cottage & wildlife gardens

• Fresh and dried floral arrangements

• Easy-care, drought-tolerant displays

Sowing

• Sow indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost or directly outdoors after frost

• Lightly cover seeds; keep soil at 18–21°C

• Germination: 7–14 days

• Transplant or thin seedlings to 20–25 cm apart

Stachys lanata ‘Lamb’s Ears’ Pink Seeds (Stachys byzantina ‘Lanata’)

A soft-textured perennial, Stachys lanata ‘Lamb’s Ears’ Pink produces fuzzy, silvery-green foliage with spikes of delicate pink flowers in summer. Hardy and low-maintenance, it’s perfect for borders, rock gardens, and container plantings, providing texture, color, and pollinator-friendly blooms.

What Makes It Special

• Silky, fuzzy foliage with soft pink flower spikes

• Hardy and low-maintenance with long-lasting visual appeal

• Attracts bees and butterflies, enhancing pollinator gardens

Key Features

• Botanical name: Stachys byzantina ‘Lanata’

• Hardy perennial

• Height: 20–30 cm (8–12 in), flower spikes up to 50 cm (20 in)

• Bloom time: Summer

Ideal For

• Borders, rock gardens, and container plantings

• Textured garden displays and soft foliage accents

• Pollinator-friendly garden spaces

Sowing

• Sow indoors Feb–Apr or outdoors Mar–May

• Cover lightly with soil and keep moist

• Germination: 14–21 days at 15–20°C

• Thin seedlings 20–25 cm apart

• Flowers in the first or second season after sowing

Spreading Petunia ‘Easy Wave’ F1 White – Seeds (Petunia x hybrida F1)

Description:
Create a dazzling sea of color with Spreading Petunia ‘Easy Wave’ F1 White, a vigorous and fast-spreading Petunia x hybrida variety. Known for its abundant, pure white blooms and trailing habit, this F1 hybrid provides exceptional ground coverage and continuous flowering all season long. Perfect for baskets, large containers, or as a radiant ground cover, it delivers brilliant, non-stop performance from spring through autumn.

Key Features

• Profuse, pure white blooms with a trailing habit

• Fast-growing and wide-spreading F1 hybrid

• Long-lasting flowers from spring to autumn

• Excellent weather tolerance and resilience

• Easy to grow and maintain

Ideal For

• Hanging baskets and window boxes

• Large containers and patio planters

• Garden borders and mass plantings

• Ground cover and cascading displays

Sowing & Growing

• Sow Indoors: February–April

• Transplant Outdoors: May, after frost

• Germination: 10–14 days at 20–24°C

• Plant Spacing: 30 cm apart

• Height: 15–25 cm

• Spread: Up to 75 cm

• Light: Full sun

• Soil: Fertile, well-drained

Care Tips

• Deadhead spent blooms for continuous flowering

• Feed every 2–3 weeks with balanced liquid fertilizer

• Keep soil moist but not soggy

• Trim lightly if plants become leggy