Cottage Garden Flower Seeds

Russell Lupine ‘The Pages’ Red – Seeds (Lupinus polyphyllus)

Russell Lupine ‘The Pages’ Red is a striking perennial admired for its tall, upright flower spikes filled with vibrant red blooms. Flowering in early to mid-summer, it creates a dramatic vertical display in borders, cottage gardens, and mixed beds. Hardy and long-lasting, this lupine attracts bees and butterflies, adding both color and wildlife interest to your garden.

Why Grow "The Pages Red"

• Tall spikes of vivid red flowers

• Hardy perennial with long-lasting blooms

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

• Adds vertical drama and structure to borders

Key Features

• Type: Perennial (Lupinus polyphyllus)

• Height: 90–120 cm

• Flowering: Early to mid-summer

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

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

Ideal For

• Creating vertical interest and height in borders

• Cottage and mixed garden designs

• Pollinator-friendly planting schemes

• Cutting for floral arrangements

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: 6–8 weeks before last frost

• Sow outdoors: Late spring or autumn

• Germination: 14–30 days (scarify seeds for best results)

• Space seedlings: 30–45 cm apart

• Prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun

Night Scented Stock – 5 000 Seeds (Matthiola bicornis)

Bring magic to your summer evenings with Night Scented Stock. By day, its blooms are modest, but as dusk falls, they release an irresistible sweet fragrance that perfumes the air. A must-have for evening gardens, patios, and containers.

What Makes It Special

• Intensely fragrant blooms at night

• Easy to grow with minimal care

• Attracts evening pollinators and creates a romantic garden atmosphere

Key Features

• Height: 40–50 cm

• Annual, fast-growing

• Best fragrance released at dusk and night

• Ideal for evening relaxation spaces

Ideal For

• Scented night gardens

• Patio containers near seating areas

• Borders and cottage gardens

Sowing

• Sow outdoors Mar–May directly where they are to flower

• Sow thinly in well-prepared, free-draining soil

• Cover lightly with soil and keep moist

• Germination: 10–20 days

• Thin seedlings to 15–20 cm apart

Mrs. J. Bradshaw ‘Brilliant Scarlett’ Seeds (Geum chiloense)

A vibrant perennial, Mrs. J. Bradshaw ‘Brilliant Scarlett’ produces striking, fiery scarlet blooms on sturdy stems above clumps of fresh green foliage. Hardy and long-flowering, it’s perfect for borders, cottage gardens, and mixed perennial beds, attracting pollinators and adding bold color from late spring to summer.

What Makes It Special

• Brilliant scarlet flowers with strong garden presence

• Hardy, long-flowering perennial ideal for dramatic displays

• Attracts bees and butterflies, supporting pollinator gardens

Key Features

• Botanical name: Geum chiloense

• Hardy perennial

• Height: 50–70 cm (20–28 in)

• Bloom time: Late spring to summer

Ideal For

• Garden borders and cottage-style plantings

• Mixed perennial beds and containers

• Pollinator-friendly landscapes

Sowing

• Sow indoors Feb–Apr or outdoors Mar–May

• Cover lightly with soil and keep moist

• Germination: 14–28 days at 15–20°C

• Thin seedlings 30–40 cm apart

• Flowers the first or second season after sowing

Golden Columbine Seeds (Aquilegia chrysantha)

Bright and graceful, Golden Columbine produces striking yellow, spurred flowers that nod delicately above fern-like foliage. Native to North America, this hardy perennial is known for its long spurs and cheerful color, bringing light and elegance to borders, rock gardens, and natural plantings. Highly attractive to hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies.

What Makes It Special

• Brilliant golden-yellow blooms with long spurs

• Native perennial, hardy and easy to grow

• Excellent for pollinator-friendly gardens

Key Features

• Botanical name: Aquilegia chrysantha

• Hardy perennial

• Height: 60–90 cm (24–36 in)

• Bloom time: Late spring to early summer

Ideal For

• Cottage and rock gardens

• Wildlife and pollinator-friendly spaces

• Naturalized and woodland plantings

Sowing

• Sow indoors Feb–Apr or outdoors Apr–Jun

• Lightly cover seeds; needs some light to germinate

• Germination: 21–35 days at 15–20°C

• Thin seedlings 30 cm apart

• Flowers from the second year after sowing

Coreopsis ‘Golden Globe’ Yellow Seeds (Coreopsis grandiflora)

Coreopsis ‘Golden Globe’ is a hardy perennial with bright golden-yellow, daisy-like flowers that bloom profusely from early summer to autumn. Compact and bushy, it’s perfect for borders, containers, and sunny garden beds. Easy to grow and drought-tolerant, it attracts bees and butterflies, adding cheerful color and pollinator-friendly appeal.

What Makes It Special

• Vivid golden-yellow blooms all summer

• Compact, bushy habit ideal for borders and containers

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

Key Features

• Botanical name: Coreopsis grandiflora

• Hardy perennial

• Height: 40–50 cm

• Bloom time: Early summer to autumn

Ideal For

• Borders, containers, and sunny beds

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Cottage and wildflower-style plantings

Sowing

• Sow indoors Feb–Apr or outdoors Apr–Jun

• Cover seeds lightly with soil

• Germination: 14–21 days at 18–22°C

• Space seedlings 30–35 cm apart

• Flowers from the second year onward

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

Sweet Pea 'Prince of Orange' – 25 Seeds (Lathyrus odoratus)

Bring a warm glow to your garden with Sweet Pea 'Prince of Orange'. This striking variety showcases large, richly scented flowers in glowing shades of orange, apricot, and coral. A vigorous climber, it creates a stunning display on trellises, arches, or fences and produces long stems ideal for cut flowers.

Why Grow 'Prince of Orange'

• Glowing orange-apricot blooms

• Strong, sweet fragrance

• Excellent cut flower variety

• Vigorous climbing habit

Key Features

• Type: Hardy annual (Lathyrus odoratus)

• Height: 180–240 cm (climber)

• Flowering: June–September

• Position: Full sun

• Uses: Trellises, arches, fences, cut flowers

Ideal For

• Cottage gardens and borders

• Vertical displays on arches and trellises

• Cutting gardens

• Fragrant summer bouquets

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: January–April in pots/trays

• Sow outdoors: April–May directly into soil

• Germination: 10–20 days at 15–20°C

• Plant out after last frost, spacing 20–30 cm

• Provide strong climbing support

• Regular deadheading encourages more blooms

Rock Cress 'Cascade Mix' Seeds (Aubrieta cultorum hybrida)

Rock Cress 'Cascade Mix' is a low-growing perennial that creates a carpet of vibrant spring color. Its trailing habit and masses of purple, pink, red, and violet blooms spill beautifully over walls, borders, and rock gardens. Hardy and easy to grow, it’s a spring favorite for adding rich groundcover.

What Makes It Special

• Produces a cascade of bright spring flowers

• Excellent for rockeries, walls, and edging

• Hardy and long-lasting groundcover

Key Features

• Botanical name: Aubrieta cultorum hybrida

• Hardy perennial

• Height: 10–15 cm

• Bloom time: Spring to early summer

Ideal For

• Rock gardens and slopes

• Edging and groundcover

• Walls, containers, and cottage gardens

Sowing

• Sow indoors Feb–Apr or outdoors Apr–Jun

• Lightly cover seeds with soil

• Germination: 14–21 days at 18–20°C

• Transplant 20–25 cm apart

• Flowers from the second year onward

Pot Marigold ‘Double Pink Surprise’ Seeds (Calendula officinalis)

Pot Marigold ‘Double Pink Surprise’ is an annual flower bursting with charming double blooms in soft pink shades. Blooming from early summer to autumn, it adds vibrant color to borders, containers, and cottage gardens. Easy to grow and hardy, it also attracts pollinators and makes excellent cut or edible flowers.

What Makes It Special

• Double soft pink blooms with long flowering season

• Hardy and easy-to-grow annual

• Attracts bees and butterflies; edible petals

Key Features

• Botanical name: Calendula officinalis

• Annual

• Height: 30–50 cm

• Bloom time: Early summer to autumn

Ideal For

• Borders, containers, and cottage gardens

• Pollinator-friendly plantings

• Cut flowers and edible flower gardens

Sowing

• Sow outdoors Mar–Jun or indoors Feb–Apr

• Cover seeds lightly with soil

• Germination: 7–14 days at 15–20°C

• Thin seedlings 25–30 cm apart

• Flowers the same year