Cottage Garden Flower Seeds

Dwarf Cosmos Early 'Vega' Mix – Seeds (Cosmos bipinnatus)

The Dwarf Cosmos Early 'Vega' Mix is a compact, early-flowering variety of cosmos that produces masses of cheerful, daisy-like blooms in shades of white, pink, and carmine-red. Unlike tall cosmos, 'Vega' grows into neat, bushy plants that stay compact, making it ideal for borders, bedding, patio pots, and containers. This easy-to-grow annual flowers quickly and blooms continuously throughout the summer.

Highlights

• Dwarf and bushy growth, perfect for smaller spaces

• Large, bright daisy-like blooms in mixed shades

• Early-flowering variety for a longer display

• Low-maintenance and drought-tolerant once established

Key Features

• Botanical Name: Cosmos bipinnatus

• Variety: Dwarf Early 'Vega' Mix

• Seed Count: Approx. seeds per pack

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

• Position: Full sun, well-drained soil

• Flowering Period: June–October

Perfect For

• Patio pots and containers

• Bedding and borders

• Compact cottage garden displays

• Long-lasting cut flowers

Sowing Instructions

• Sow indoors March–April at 18–21°C

• Cover seeds lightly with compost or vermiculite

• Germination: 7–10 days

• Transplant outdoors after frost risk has passed, spacing 20–25 cm apart

• Can also be sown directly outdoors April–May

Cosmos 'Sensation' Mix – Seeds (Cosmos bipinnatus)

The Cosmos 'Sensation' mix is a classic cottage garden favorite, producing masses of large, daisy-like blooms in shades of pink, carmine, red, and pure white. With delicate, fern-like foliage and tall, graceful stems, this variety adds a light and airy charm to borders, wildflower meadows, and cut flower displays. Easy to grow and quick to bloom, it is an excellent choice for beginners and seasoned gardeners alike.

Highlights

• Large daisy-like flowers in a vibrant color mix

• Ferny foliage and tall, elegant stems

• Long flowering season, from summer to autumn

• Excellent for cut flowers

• Hardy and easy to grow

Key Features

• Botanical Name: Cosmos bipinnatus

• Variety: 'Sensation' Mix

• Seed Count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 90–120 cm tall, 40–50 cm spread

• Position: Full sun, well-drained soil

• Flowering Period: June–October

Perfect For

• Cottage gardens

• Wildflower-style plantings

• Borders and background color

• Cut flower arrangements

Sowing Instructions

• Sow indoors March–April at 18–21°C

• Cover seeds lightly with fine compost or vermiculite

• Germination: 7–10 days

• Harden off and plant out after the last frost, spacing 30–40 cm apart

• Alternatively, sow direct outdoors April–May where plants are to grow

Temptress Flower Mixed Seeds (Verbascum phoeniceum)

A striking and colorful perennial, Temptress Flower Mixed produces tall spikes of vibrant blooms in shades of pink, purple, and white. Hardy and long-flowering, these plants attract pollinators and add architectural interest to borders, cottage gardens, and wildflower areas.

What Makes It Special

• Eye-catching spikes of pink, purple, and white flowers

• Hardy, long-lasting perennial with strong garden presence

• Attracts bees and butterflies, supporting pollinator gardens

Key Features

• Botanical name: Verbascum phoeniceum

• Hardy perennial

• Height: 60–120 cm (2–4 ft)

• Bloom time: Mid-summer

Ideal For

• Garden borders and cottage-style planting

• Wildflower gardens and pollinator-friendly areas

• Adding height and vertical interest to mixed plantings

Sowing

• Sow indoors Feb–Apr or outdoors Mar–May

• Cover lightly with soil and keep moist

• Germination: 14–28 days at 18–20°C

• Transplant seedlings 30–40 cm apart

• Flowers the first or second year after sowing

Poppy Peony ‘Drama Queen’ Seeds (Papaver paeoniflorum)

Make a bold statement in your garden with Poppy Peony ‘Drama Queen’ (Papaver paeoniflorum). This annual produces large, double, peony-like blooms in vivid red shades, adding drama and elegance to borders, beds, and cutting gardens. Easy to grow and long-flowering, it’s perfect for creating eye-catching displays and stunning bouquets.

How to Grow

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

• Use well-drained soil in a sunny location.

• Scatter seeds thinly and press lightly onto the soil; do not cover deeply.

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

• Thin seedlings to 20–30 cm apart once established.

• Cut flowers regularly to encourage continuous blooming.

Key Features

• Large, double, peony-like blooms in vivid red

• Hardy annual, easy to grow and long-flowering

• Ideal for borders, beds, and cutting gardens

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

• Dramatic and eye-catching garden display

Ideal For

• Flower borders and cottage gardens

• Cutting gardens for fresh bouquets

• Containers and patio planters

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

Sowing

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

• Germination: 10–20 days

• Sow thinly, press lightly, do not cover deeply

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

Quick Tip

• Sow successive batches every 2–3 weeks for a longer flowering season and continuous dramatic blooms.

Arkwright's Campion – 250 Seeds (Lychnis arkwrightii ‘Vesuvius’)

Arkwright’s Campion ‘Vesuvius’ is a striking perennial, treasured for its dazzling contrast of fiery orange-scarlet blooms against deep bronze-purple foliage. Compact yet bold, it creates a dramatic feature in borders, cottage gardens, or mixed perennial beds. Its long-lasting flowers attract pollinators, bringing both beauty and wildlife to the garden.

Why Grow Arkwright’s Campion ‘Vesuvius’?

• Brilliant scarlet-orange flowers with deep purple foliage

• Compact habit, perfect for borders and cottage gardens

• Pollinator-friendly, attracting bees and butterflies

• Hardy perennial, easy to grow

Key Features

• Type: Perennial flower

• Height: 40–50 cm

• Spread: 30 cm

• Flowering: June–August

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April, lightly cover seeds with compost

• Germination: 14–21 days at 18–20°C

• Transplant outdoors after frost, spacing 30 cm apart

• Cut back after flowering to encourage strong regrowth

Tip: Deadhead regularly to prolong the blooming season.

Zinnia Scabiosa Flowered Mix – Unique Textured Blooms in Vibrant Colors

Zinnia Scabiosa Flowered Mix offers a striking twist on classic zinnias, with unique pincushion-style blooms in vivid shades of pink, red, orange, yellow, and white. These eye-catching flowers add texture, color, and charm to borders, cutting gardens, and bouquets, blooming from summer right through to frost.

What Makes It Special

• Distinctive scabiosa-style blooms for unique displays

• Vibrant mix of bright and pastel shades

• Long-lasting flowers perfect for cutting

• Heat- and drought-tolerant

• Blooms all summer until frost

Key Features

• Height: 60–75 cm – ideal for borders and cutting gardens

• Excellent vase life and floral texture

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and pollinators

• Easy to grow in sunny locations

• Adds variety to mixed bouquets

Ideal For

• Cutting gardens and floral arrangements

• Mixed borders and cottage gardens

• Pollinator-friendly spaces

• Summer color from a unique bloom shape

Sowing

• Sow indoors 4–6 weeks before last frost or direct sow after frost danger has passed

• Cover seeds lightly with fine soil

• Germination: 5–10 days at 21–24°C

• Space plants 30–40 cm apart

• Requires full sun and well-drained soil

First Year Flowering Perennial Mixture Seeds (0.3g)

First Year Flowering Perennial Mixture is a specially selected blend of hardy perennials that bloom in their first year, bringing instant color to your garden. Perfect for borders, cottage gardens, and wildflower meadows, this low-maintenance mixture attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators while creating a long-lasting, vibrant display.

What Makes It Special

• Blooms in the first year for fast garden color

• Mix of hardy perennials for extended flowering

• Pollinator-friendly and low-maintenance

Key Features

• Seed weight: 0.3g

• Hardy perennials

• Height: varies by species (20–80 cm)

• Bloom time: First year through summer and autumn

Ideal For

• Borders, cottage gardens, and wildflower meadows

• Pollinator-friendly plantings

• Low-maintenance, colorful garden areas

Sowing

• Sow indoors Feb–Apr or outdoors Mar–Jun

• Cover seeds lightly with soil

• Germination: 7–21 days depending on species

• Space seedlings 20–40 cm apart

• Flowers in the same year

Love-in-a-Mist 'African Bride' – Seeds (Nigella damascena)

Grace your garden with the delicate beauty of Love-in-a-Mist 'African Bride'. This unique variety produces pure white blooms accented by dark, contrasting centers and fine, feathery foliage. Elegant and easy to grow, it’s perfect for borders, cutting, and drying.

Why Grow 'African Bride'

• Pure white blooms with striking dark centers

• Long-lasting as cut or dried flowers

• Easy to grow with airy, fern-like foliage

• Attracts pollinators

Key Features

• Type: Hardy annual (Nigella damascena)

• Height: 45–60 cm

• Flowering: June–September

• Position: Full sun

• Uses: Borders, cut flowers, dried arrangements

Ideal For

• Cottage gardens and wildflower borders

• Summer bouquets and wedding flowers

• Adding soft texture to plantings

• Wildlife-friendly gardens

Sowing & Growing

• Sow outdoors: March–May or August–September

• Direct sow into prepared soil, thin as needed

• Germination: 10–20 days

• Space plants 15–20 cm apart

• Prefers well-drained soil in full sun

Baby’s Breath ‘Snowflake’ – Seeds (Gypsophila paniculata)

Baby’s Breath ‘Snowflake’ (Gypsophila paniculata) is a delicate perennial producing airy sprays of tiny, pure white flowers from summer to early autumn. Perfect for borders, rockeries, cottage gardens, and floral arrangements, its fine foliage and abundant blooms create a soft, cloud-like effect. Hardy and low-maintenance, this variety attracts pollinators and adds elegance and texture to garden designs.

Why Grow "Snowflake"

• Airy sprays of tiny white flowers

• Long flowering season from summer to early autumn

• Creates soft, cloud-like texture in borders and beds

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

Key Features

• Type: Perennial (Gypsophila paniculata)

• Height: 60–90 cm

• Flowering: Summer to early autumn

• Position: Full sun

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

Ideal For

• Adding delicate texture and color to borders and beds

• Rockeries, cottage, and mixed garden designs

• Cut flower arrangements and floral displays

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: 6–8 weeks before last frost

• Sow outdoors: After frost danger has passed

• Germination: 14–21 days

• Space seedlings: 25–30 cm apart

• Prefers well-drained soil and full sun