Cottage Garden Flower Seeds

Coleus ‘Everest Formula’ Mixed – Seeds (Coleus blumei)

Coleus ‘Everest Formula’ Mixed (Coleus blumei) is a striking annual known for its vibrant, multicolored foliage in shades of green, red, burgundy, and yellow. Blooming from late spring to autumn, this compact plant adds bold color and texture to borders, containers, and indoor displays. Easy to grow and low-maintenance, it thrives in sunny or partially shaded spots and attracts attention with its dramatic foliage.

Why Grow "Everest Formula"

• Vibrant, multicolored foliage in green, red, burgundy, and yellow

• Long-lasting color from late spring to autumn

• Compact, low-maintenance annual

• Ideal for borders, containers, and indoor planting

Key Features

• Type: Annual (Coleus blumei)

• Height: 25–35 cm

• Flowering: Late spring to autumn (foliage-focused)

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Uses: Borders, containers, indoor displays, mixed beds

Ideal For

• Adding bold, colorful foliage to borders and containers

• Indoor or patio displays

• Cottage and mixed garden beds

• Eye-catching low-maintenance planting

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April in trays or pots

• Sow outdoors: April–May after frost

• Germination: 10–14 days at 18–22°C

• Thin seedlings 20–25 cm apart

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

• Water moderately until established

Chinese Forget-Me-Not 'Mystic' Pink – Seeds (Cynoglossum amabile)

A soft and romantic twist on a classic cottage flower, Chinese Forget-Me-Not 'Mystic' Pink produces delicate clusters of pink blooms that bring charm to beds, borders, and cut flower arrangements. Long-flowering and easy to grow, it’s a pollinator-friendly addition that adds elegance to any garden.

Why Grow 'Mystic' Pink

• Unique pink color rarely found in forget-me-nots

• Attracts bees, butterflies & other pollinators

• Ideal for cut flowers with a soft pastel tone

• Low-maintenance, blooms over a long period

Key Features

• Type: Hardy annual

• Height: 40–50 cm

• Flowering: June–September

• Position: Full sun or partial shade

• Uses: Borders, cottage gardens, wildflower plantings, cutting

Ideal For

• Cottage gardens & wildflower meadows

• Cut flower bouquets

• Pollinator-friendly plantings

• Soft color themes and romantic borders

Sowing & Growing

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

• Thin seedlings to 20 cm apart

• Germination: 14–21 days

• Water regularly until established

• Flowers first year

Yarrow ‘Summer White’ – Seeds (Achillea millefolium)

Yarrow ‘Summer White’ is a hardy perennial producing flat clusters of pure white blooms atop feathery, aromatic foliage. Blooming from early summer to autumn, this versatile plant thrives in borders, rockeries, and cottage gardens. Drought-tolerant and low-maintenance, it attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies, adding texture, fragrance, and long-lasting color to your garden.

Why Grow "Summer White"

• Flat clusters of pure white, long-lasting flowers

• Drought-tolerant and low-maintenance

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

• Ideal for borders, rockeries, and cottage gardens

Key Features

• Type: Perennial (Achillea millefolium)

• Height: 60–80 cm

• Flowering: Early summer to autumn

• Position: Full sun

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

Ideal For

• Adding texture and structure to borders and beds

• Cottage and mixed garden designs

• Pollinator-friendly garden planting

• Gardeners seeking hardy, long-flowering perennials

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: 6–8 weeks before last frost

• Sow outdoors: Directly after frost danger has passed

• Germination: 10–20 days

• Space seedlings: 30–40 cm apart

• Prefers well-drained soil and full sun

Yarrow ‘Cloth of Gold’ Seeds (Achillea filipendulina)

A striking perennial, Yarrow ‘Cloth of Gold’ produces large, flat-topped clusters of bright golden-yellow flowers on tall, sturdy stems. Hardy and long-flowering, it’s perfect for borders, cottage gardens, and pollinator-friendly landscapes, adding dramatic color and attracting bees and butterflies throughout summer.

What Makes It Special

• Bold, golden-yellow blooms with strong garden presence

• Hardy, long-lasting perennial ideal for dramatic displays

• Attracts pollinators, enhancing wildlife-friendly gardens

Key Features

• Botanical name: Achillea filipendulina

• Hardy perennial

• Height: 90–120 cm (3–4 ft)

• Bloom time: Summer

Ideal For

• Borders, cottage gardens, and mixed perennial beds

• Pollinator-friendly and wildlife gardens

• Adding vertical interest and bold color

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 30–40 cm apart

• Flowers the first or second season after sowing

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

Rabbit’s Foot Grass Seeds – Polypogon monspeliensis

Add a touch of softness and movement to your garden with Rabbit’s Foot Grass (Polypogon monspeliensis). This annual ornamental grass produces charming, fluffy flower heads resembling rabbit’s feet, swaying gracefully in the breeze. Perfect for borders, containers, or dried arrangements, it’s a unique addition to any garden design.

How to Grow

• Sow directly outdoors in spring after the last frost or start indoors earlier.

• Use well-drained soil in a sunny to partially shaded location.

• Lightly press seeds into the soil without covering deeply.

• Keep soil moist until germination, usually within 7–14 days.

• Thin seedlings as they grow to allow good air circulation.

• Harvest flower heads for drying when they are fully developed.

Key Features

• Produces fluffy, rabbit-foot-like flower heads

• Adds movement and texture to gardens and containers

• Annual grass, fast and easy to grow

• Excellent for dried flower arrangements and crafts

• Attracts interest as a decorative garden accent

Ideal For

• Cottage gardens and naturalistic plantings

• Borders and flower beds

• Containers and pots

• Dried floral arrangements and bouquets

Sowing

• Best time: Spring after frost

• Germination time: 7–14 days

• Sow thinly, lightly cover, and keep soil moist

• Prefers full sun to partial shade

Quick Tip

• For longer-lasting dried arrangements, cut flower heads just before they fully open and hang them upside down to dry.

New York Aster ‘Novi-Belgii’ Seeds (Symphyotrichum novi-belgii)

Enhance your late-season garden with New York Aster ‘Novi-Belgii’ (Symphyotrichum novi-belgii). This hardy perennial produces dense clusters of violet-blue daisy-like flowers with golden centers in late summer and autumn, bringing vibrant color to borders, meadows, and cutting gardens. Easy to grow and long-flowering, it attracts pollinators and adds a classic cottage garden charm.

How to Grow

• Sow seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost or directly outdoors after frost risk has passed.

• Use well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade.

• Lightly cover seeds with soil and keep moist until germination (14–21 days).

• Thin seedlings to 30–40 cm apart once established.

• Mulch around plants to retain moisture and support healthy growth.

• Cut back after flowering to maintain plant vigor.

Key Features

• Violet-blue, daisy-like flowers with golden centers

• Hardy perennial, long-flowering and easy to grow

• Ideal for borders, meadows, and cutting gardens

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

• Adds vibrant late-season color to garden beds

Ideal For

• Flower borders and cottage gardens

• Wildflower meadows and naturalized areas

• Cutting gardens for bouquets

• Pollinator-friendly landscapes

Sowing

• Best time: 6–8 weeks before last frost indoors or after frost outdoors

• Germination: 14–21 days

• Sow thinly, cover lightly, and keep soil moist

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

Quick Tip

• For extended blooms, sow successive batches or cut flowers regularly to encourage new growth.

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.