Cottage Garden Flower Seeds

Gayfeather ‘Star Purple’ Seeds (Liatris spicata)

A striking perennial, Gayfeather ‘Star Purple’ produces tall spikes of fluffy, vivid purple flowers that bloom from top to bottom. Elegant and long-lasting, it’s perfect for borders, prairie-style gardens, and cut flower arrangements, while also attracting bees, butterflies, and pollinators.

What Makes It Special

• Unique fluffy purple spikes that bloom top-down

• Hardy, long-flowering, and elegant garden perennial

• Loved by bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

Key Features

• Botanical name: Liatris spicata

• Hardy perennial

• Height: 60–90 cm (24–36 in)

• Bloom time: Mid to late summer

Ideal For

• Borders, prairie gardens, and pollinator-friendly plantings

• Cottage gardens and perennial beds

• Cut flower arrangements (excellent vase life)

Sowing

• Sow indoors Feb–Apr or outdoors Apr–May

• Cover seeds lightly with soil and keep moist

• Germination: 20–40 days at 18–22°C

• Thin seedlings 30 cm apart

• Flowers from the second year after sowing

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

Clustered Bellflower Purple Seeds (Campanula glomerata ‘Dahurica’)

A striking perennial, Clustered Bellflower Purple produces dense clusters of deep purple, bell-shaped flowers atop sturdy stems. Hardy and long-flowering, this plant is ideal for borders, cottage gardens, and pollinator-friendly plantings, adding vertical interest and vibrant color from late spring to summer.

What Makes It Special

• Dense clusters of vibrant purple bell-shaped blooms

• Hardy, long-lasting perennial suitable for various garden settings

• Attracts bees and butterflies, supporting pollinator gardens

Key Features

• Botanical name: Campanula glomerata ‘Dahurica’

• Hardy perennial

• Height: 50–70 cm (20–28 in)

• Bloom time: Late spring to summer

Ideal For

• Garden borders and cottage-style plantings

• Pollinator-friendly and wildlife gardens

• Adding 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 15–20°C

• Transplant seedlings 30–40 cm apart

• Flowers the first or second year after sowing

Winged Everlasting Flower Seeds (Ammobium alatum)

The Winged Everlasting Flower is a charming and unusual annual valued for its tiny, papery white flowers with golden-yellow centers that resemble miniature daisies. Its distinctive winged stems give it an architectural quality, making it a striking garden plant as well as a top choice for dried flower arrangements. Long-flowering and low-maintenance, it’s perfect for cutting gardens, borders, and cottage-style plantings.

What Makes It Special

• Produces masses of long-lasting papery blooms

• Unusual winged stems add ornamental interest

• Excellent for fresh or dried cut flowers

• Hardy, easy to grow, and tolerant of poor soils

Key Features

• Botanical name: Ammobium alatum

• Common name: Winged Everlasting Flower

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 50–70 cm tall, 20–30 cm wide

• Position: Full sun; well-drained soil

• Flowering period: June–September

Ideal For

• Cut flower gardens (fresh and dried use)

• Borders and cottage gardens

• Low-maintenance summer displays

• Wildlife-friendly gardens (attracts pollinators)

Sowing Instructions

1. When to sow: March–May indoors or directly outdoors after frost

2. How to sow:

   • Sow thinly in trays or directly in soil

   • Cover seeds lightly with fine soil or vermiculite

   • Germination: 14–21 days at 18–22°C

3. Transplanting: Harden off and plant 25–30 cm apart when seedlings are strong enough

4. Care: Deadhead regularly to prolong blooms; cut for drying just before flowers are fully open

Tulip Poppy Seeds (Papaver glaucum)

The Tulip Poppy (Papaver glaucum) is a striking annual with vibrant, cup-shaped flowers reminiscent of tulips. Available in shades of red, pink, and cream, these cheerful blooms bring a bold splash of color to borders, cottage gardens, and wildflower mixes. Ideal for naturalizing, cut flowers, or adding a classic poppy charm to your garden.

Why Grow Tulip Poppy

• Unique tulip-shaped poppy blooms in vivid colors

• Easy-to-grow, hardy annual

• Great for borders, meadows, and cut flowers

Key Features

• Botanical name: Papaver glaucum

• Type: Hardy annual

• Height: 40–60 cm

• Spread: 20–30 cm

• Flowering: Late spring–summer

• Position: Full sun

• Uses: Borders, cottage gardens, wildflower meadows, cut flowers

Sowing & Growing

• Sow outdoors: March–May or September–October

• Germination: 14–21 days at 15–20°C

• Thin seedlings to 20–25 cm apart

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

• Deadhead for prolonged flowering or leave to self-seed

Rudbeckia 'Autumn Pine' Seeds (Rudbeckia hirta)

Bring warm autumn tones to your garden with Rudbeckia 'Autumn Pine'. This hardy annual produces daisy-like blooms in rich golden-yellow shades with dark contrasting centers, perfect for creating a glowing late-summer display.

What Makes It Special

• Cheerful golden-yellow blooms with striking centers

• Long-lasting flowers from summer to first frost

• Hardy and low-maintenance—ideal for beginners

Key Features

• Botanical name: Rudbeckia hirta

• Annual (sometimes short-lived perennial)

• Height: 50–70 cm

• Spread: 30–40 cm

• Flowering: July–October

Ideal For

• Cottage gardens and borders

• Pollinator-friendly planting

• Cut flowers and late-season color

Sowing

• Sow indoors: February–April at 18–21°C

• Lightly cover seeds; germination in 14–21 days

• Transplant seedlings outdoors after frost in a sunny spot

• Direct sow outdoors: April–May

Pheasant’s Eye – Seeds (Adonis aestivalis)

Pheasant’s Eye (Adonis aestivalis) is a charming annual known for its bright red, poppy-like flowers with golden centers. Blooming in late spring to early summer, it adds a striking splash of color to borders, rockeries, and wildflower gardens. Easy to grow and low-maintenance, this variety attracts bees and butterflies, bringing both beauty and wildlife interest to your garden.

Why Grow "Pheasant’s Eye"

• Bright red flowers with golden centers

• Long flowering period from late spring to early summer

• Attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies

• Ideal for borders, rockeries, and wildflower gardens

Key Features

• Type: Annual (Adonis aestivalis)

• Height: 30–40 cm

• Flowering: Late spring to early summer

• Position: Full sun

• Uses: Borders, rockeries, wildflower gardens, pollinator-friendly areas

Ideal For

• Adding vibrant color to borders and beds

• Wildflower and cottage garden designs

• Pollinator-friendly garden planting

• Gardeners seeking low-maintenance, long-flowering annuals

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: 6–8 weeks before last frost

• Sow outdoors: Directly in soil after frost danger has passed

• Germination: 10–14 days

• Space seedlings: 20–25 cm apart

• Prefers well-drained soil and full sun

Moldavian Dragonhead – Seeds (Dracocephalum moldavica)

The Moldavian Dragonhead (Dracocephalum moldavica) is a fragrant annual herb admired for its violet-blue flowers and aromatic lemon-scented foliage. Highly attractive to bees and butterflies, it makes a charming addition to herb gardens, borders, and pollinator-friendly spaces. Its leaves are sometimes used for teas with a refreshing citrus flavor.

Why Grow Moldavian Dragonhead?

• Violet-blue blooms with a pleasant lemon fragrance

• Excellent for pollinators, especially bees

• Easy to grow and low maintenance

• Useful as an ornamental and herbal plant

Ideal For

• Herb gardens

• Pollinator-friendly plantings

• Borders and cottage gardens

• Aromatic tea lovers

Key Features

• Type: Annual herb

• Height: 40–60 cm

• Spread: 20–30 cm

• Flowering: June–August

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil: Light, well-drained

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: March–April, lightly cover seeds

• Germination: 7–14 days at 18–22°C

• Transplant outdoors: After frost risk has passed

• Direct sow outdoors: April–May

• Spacing: 25–30 cm apart

Tip: Regular deadheading encourages longer flowering and stronger aroma.