Cottage Garden Flower Seeds

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

Sweet William Scarlet Seeds (Dianthus barbatus Red)

Sweet William Scarlet is a vibrant biennial flower renowned for its rich, scarlet-red flower clusters. With upright growth and densely packed blooms, it is perfect for borders, cottage gardens, and cut flower arrangements. This hardy biennial adds striking color and charm to any garden space.

What Makes It Special

• Produces vivid scarlet-red flower clusters

• Compact, upright growth ideal for borders and mixed beds

• Excellent for cut flowers with long-lasting blooms

• Biennial: reliable flowering in the second year

Key Features

• Botanical name: Dianthus barbatus

• Common name: Sweet William Scarlet

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

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

• Position: Full sun to partial shade, well-drained soil

• Flowering period: Second year; late spring to early summer

• Lifespan: Biennial

Ideal For

• Borders, cottage-style gardens, and mixed flower beds

• Cut flower arrangements

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Containers and patio planting

Sowing Instructions

1. When to sow:

   • Indoors: February–April for transplanting

   • Outdoors: April–May in well-prepared soil

2. How to sow:

   • Sow seeds thinly on the surface and press lightly into soil

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

3. Transplant/Thin: Space seedlings 20–30 cm apart

4. Care: Protect young plants from frost; deadhead spent flowers to prolong bloom

Sweet William ‘Pinocchio’ Mix – Seeds

(Dianthus barbatus) – Biennial/Short-lived Perennial

The Sweet William ‘Pinocchio’ Mix is a compact variety that produces charming clusters of vividly colored flowers in shades of red, pink, white, and bicolor. Its fragrant, long-lasting blooms make it a favorite for borders, rock gardens, and cut flowers. Compact in habit, it’s perfect for smaller spaces and containers while still bringing cottage-garden charm.

Key Features

• Type: Biennial / short-lived perennial

• Height: 25–30 cm

• Blooming period: May–July (from second year)

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil

Ideal For

• Borders and edging

• Rock and cottage gardens

• Containers and small gardens

• Long-lasting cut flowers

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April at 18–20°C

• Sow outdoors: May–June for flowering the following year

• Sowing depth: Surface sow, lightly cover with fine soil

• Spacing: 15–20 cm apart

• Care: Deadhead regularly; mulch in winter for protection

Sweet William Flower Mix ‘Herald of Spring’ Seeds (Dianthus barbatus) – 700 Seeds

Celebrate spring with Sweet William Flower Mix ‘Herald of Spring’ (Dianthus barbatus). This vibrant annual mix produces clusters of fragrant, brightly colored blooms in shades of pink, red, and white. Perfect for borders, cottage gardens, and cutting gardens, it’s easy to grow, long-flowering, and attracts pollinators for a lively garden display.

How to Grow

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

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

• Scatter seeds thinly and cover lightly with soil.

• Keep soil moist until germination (10–14 days).

• Thin seedlings to 20–30 cm apart for healthy growth.

• Deadhead regularly to encourage continuous flowering.

Key Features

• Clusters of fragrant blooms in pink, red, and white shades

• Hardy, easy-to-grow annual or biennial depending on climate

• Long-flowering and attractive to pollinators

• Ideal for borders, cottage gardens, and cutting gardens

• Compact growth habit perfect for edging and containers

Ideal For

• Flower beds, borders, and cottage gardens

• Cutting gardens for fresh bouquets

• Pollinator-friendly plantings

• Containers and patio planters

Sowing

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

• Germination: 10–14 days

• Sow thinly, cover lightly, and keep soil moist

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

Quick Tip

• For a prolonged display, sow successive batches every 2–3 weeks during spring.

Sweet William ‘Holborn Glory’ Seeds (Dianthus barbatus)

Sweet William ‘Holborn Glory’ is a charming biennial or short-lived perennial with clusters of bi-colored red, pink, and white flowers. Blooming from late spring to early summer, it’s perfect for borders, cottage gardens, and pollinator-friendly spaces. Easy to grow and long-lasting, it adds vibrant color and fragrance to any garden.

What Makes It Special

• Eye-catching clusters of red, pink, and white flowers

• Fragrant and attractive to bees and butterflies

• Hardy and easy to grow

Key Features

• Botanical name: Dianthus barbatus

• Biennial/perennial

• Height: 30–45 cm

• Bloom time: Late spring to early summer

Ideal For

• Borders, cottage gardens, and mixed plantings

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Containers and cut flower arrangements

Sowing

• Sow indoors Feb–Apr or outdoors Apr–Jun

• Cover seeds lightly with soil

• Germination: 10–14 days at 18–22°C

• Space seedlings 25–30 cm apart

• Flowers the following year

Sweet William 'Super Duplex' Mix Seeds (Dianthus barbatus Mix Double)

Sweet William 'Super Duplex' is a biennial flower prized for its lush, double-layered blooms in a mix of vibrant colors. Its dense flower clusters and upright growth make it perfect for borders, cottage gardens, and cut flower arrangements, adding a bold and elegant splash of color.

What Makes It Special

• Produces dense, double-layered flower clusters

• Vibrant mix of colors for eye-catching displays

• Compact, upright growth ideal for borders and mixed beds

• Excellent for cut flowers with long-lasting blooms

Key Features

• Botanical name: Dianthus barbatus

• Common name: Sweet William 'Super Duplex'

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

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

• Position: Full sun to partial shade, well-drained soil

• Flowering period: Second year; late spring to early summer

• Lifespan: Biennial

Ideal For

• Borders, cottage gardens, and mixed flower beds

• Cut flower arrangements

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Containers and patio planting

Sowing Instructions

1. When to sow:

   • Indoors: February–April for transplanting

   • Outdoors: April–May in well-prepared soil

2. How to sow:

   • Sow seeds thinly on the surface and press lightly into soil

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

3. Transplant/Thin: Space seedlings 20–30 cm apart

4. Care: Protect young plants from frost; deadhead spent flowers to prolong bloom

Sweet Scabious Mixed – Elegant, Fragrant Pincushion Blooms

Sweet Scabious (Scabiosa atropurpurea) offers charming, pincushion-like flowers in a romantic mix of crimson, lavender, pink, and white. With their sweet scent and airy, branching stems, these blooms bring elegance to borders and cutting gardens from summer through autumn. Loved by pollinators, they make excellent long-lasting cut flowers and add a vintage, cottage-garden feel.

What Makes It Special

• Fragrant, old-fashioned charm

• Beautiful color mix from soft pastels to rich tones

• Attracts bees and butterflies

• Long stems perfect for cutting

• Blooms until frost

Key Features

• Height: 60–90 cm – tall, airy growth

• Hardy annual – flowers first year from seed

• Long vase life

• Excellent pollinator plant

• Prolonged flowering season

Ideal For

• Cottage and country-style gardens

• Cutting gardens and floral arrangements

• Pollinator-friendly borders

• Summer-to-autumn displays

Sowing

• Sow indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost or direct in spring

• Cover seeds lightly with fine compost

• Germination: 10–14 days at 18–21°C

• Space plants 30 cm apart in full sun, well-drained soil

• Deadhead regularly for more blooms

Sweet William 'Auricula Eyed' Mix Seeds (Dianthus barbatus)

Sweet William 'Auricula Eyed' is a biennial flower prized for its clusters of fragrant blooms with contrasting “eye” centers. This mix offers a variety of vivid colors, making it perfect for borders, cottage gardens, and pollinator-friendly plantings. Its upright growth and dense flower clusters add dramatic color and charm to any garden setting.

What Makes It Special

• Produces dense clusters of fragrant, bi-colored flowers

• Attractive to bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

• Compact, upright growth ideal for borders and mixed beds

• Biennial: provides a reliable display in the second year

Key Features

• Botanical name: Dianthus barbatus

• Common name: Sweet William 'Auricula Eyed'

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

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

• Position: Full sun to partial shade, well-drained soil

• Flowering period: Second year; late spring to early summer

• Lifespan: Biennial

Ideal For

• Borders, cottage-style gardens, and mixed flower beds

• Cut flower arrangements

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Containers and patio pots

Sowing Instructions

1. When to sow:

   • Indoors: February–April for transplanting

   • Outdoors: April–May in well-prepared soil

2. How to sow:

   • Sow seeds thinly on the surface and press lightly into soil

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

3. Transplant/Thin: Space seedlings 20–30 cm apart

4. Care: Protect young plants from frost; remove spent flowers to prolong bloom

Sweet Scabious Dwarf Double Mix – Seeds

(Scabiosa atropurpurea)

Sweet Scabious Dwarf Double Mix produces compact, bushy plants adorned with fully double, colourful blooms in shades of pink, lavender, and cream. Long-flowering and easy to grow, these dwarf scabious plants are perfect for borders, rockeries, and container displays. They attract butterflies and bees, making them a pollinator-friendly garden choice.

Why Grow Sweet Scabious Dwarf Double Mix?

• Fully double, colourful flowers in pink, lavender, and cream

• Compact and long-flowering

• Attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies

• Ideal for borders, rockeries, and containers

Key Features

• Type: Annual / short-lived perennial

• Height: 25–35 cm

• Flowers: Summer to early autumn

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile

Ideal For

• Cottage and mixed borders

• Rockeries and containers

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Low-maintenance ornamental planting

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April in seed trays

• Sow outdoors: April–May directly in prepared soil

• Germination: 10–20 days at 18–20°C

• Thin seedlings to 20–25 cm apart

• Care: Water moderately; deadhead to prolong flowering