Cut Flower Seeds

Aster Powder Puff Seeds (Callistephus chinensis)

Aster Powder Puff is a stunning annual variety producing large, fluffy, chrysanthemum-like blooms in a wide range of vibrant colors. Its double flowers resemble soft powder puffs, adding texture and richness to summer and autumn borders. Easy to grow and long-lasting as cut flowers, they make an excellent addition to cottage gardens and floral displays.

What Makes It Special

• Large, fully double “powder puff” blooms

• Available in a wide range of bright, cheerful colors

• Excellent as a cut flower with a long vase life

• Strong stems and bushy growth habit

Key Features

• Botanical name: Callistephus chinensis

• Variety: Powder Puff

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 50–70 cm tall, 25–30 cm spread

• Position: Full sun or partial shade; fertile, well-drained soil

• Flowering period: July–October

Ideal For

• Borders and bedding displays

• Cutting for floral arrangements

• Cottage gardens and mixed borders

• Late-summer color in the garden

Sowing Instructions

1. When to sow: February–April indoors, or direct sow outdoors from April–May

2. How to sow:

   • Sow thinly on moist seed compost, cover lightly with soil or vermiculite

   • Germination takes 7–14 days at 18–20°C

3. Transplanting: When seedlings are large enough, transplant 30 cm apart

4. Care: Water regularly, avoid overhead watering to prevent mildew

Zinnia Dahlia ‘Peppermint Stick’ Mix – Striking Striped Double Blooms

Zinnia Dahlia ‘Peppermint Stick’ Mix delivers large, fully double blooms in bold red, pink, yellow, and white — each uniquely splashed and striped for a playful, eye-catching effect. Perfect for adding fun color and variety to borders, cutting gardens, and summer arrangements, these hardy plants bloom abundantly from mid-summer to frost.

What Makes It Special

• Unique candy-striped and speckled petals

• Adds a whimsical touch to gardens and bouquets

• Long stems perfect for cutting

• Thrives in full sun and summer heat

• Blooms continuously until frost

Key Features

• Height: 75–90 cm – tall, sturdy plants

• Each flower is one-of-a-kind in pattern and color

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and pollinators

• Low-maintenance and easy to grow

• Excellent vase life for fresh arrangements

Ideal For

• Cutting gardens and playful bouquets

• Tall borders with mixed colors

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Long-lasting, unique summer displays

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

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

Cut Sunflower Semi Tall Mix – 40 Seeds (Helianthus annuus)

The Cut Sunflower Semi Tall Mix produces cheerful, long-stemmed blooms in a vibrant range of golden, yellow, and orange shades. Compact yet tall enough for cutting, this variety is perfect for borders, beds, and floral arrangements. Easy to grow and quick to flower, it brings a burst of summer color to every garden.

Why Grow This Sunflower Mix?

• Bright, cheerful flowers in warm shades

• Ideal for cut flower arrangements

• Semi-tall growth suits small and large gardens

• Hardy and easy to grow

Key Features

• Type: Annual

• Height: 120–150 cm

• Spread: 30–40 cm

• Flowering: July–September

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Fertile, well-drained

Ideal For

• Cut flower gardens

• Borders and beds

• Pollinator-friendly plantings

• Summer bouquets

Sowing & Growing

• Sow outdoors: April–May, directly in soil

• Germination: 7–14 days at 15–20°C

• Thin seedlings: 30–40 cm apart

• Water well in dry periods

• Stake if exposed to wind

Tip: Regular cutting encourages more flowers.

Column Stock ‘White Christmas’ – Seeds (Matthiola incana Mammouth Excelsior)

Column Stock ‘White Christmas’ (Matthiola incana Mammouth Excelsior) is a striking annual known for its tall, columnar spikes of fragrant, pure white flowers. Blooming from late spring to early summer, it adds elegance and vertical interest to borders, beds, and cottage gardens. Easy to grow and long-lasting, this variety is perfect for cut flowers, attracting pollinators while filling your garden with a delightful fragrance.

Why Grow "White Christmas"

• Tall, columnar spikes with pure white, fragrant flowers

• Long flowering season from late spring to early summer

• Easy-to-grow and low-maintenance

• Ideal for cut flowers and pollinator-friendly gardens

Key Features

• Type: Annual (Matthiola incana Mammouth Excelsior)

• Height: 60–80 cm

• Flowering: Late spring to early summer

• Position: Full sun

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

Ideal For

• Vertical interest in borders and beds

• Cottage-style and formal gardens

• Fragrant cut flowers for bouquets

• Pollinator-friendly garden planting

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: January–March in trays or pots

• Sow outdoors: March–April directly in soil

• Germination: 7–14 days at 15–20°C

• Thin seedlings 20–25 cm apart

• Prefers well-drained, fertile soil in full sun

• Deadhead to encourage more blooms

Mexican Sunflower Scarlet Red Seeds (Tithonia speciosa)

The Mexican Sunflower ‘Scarlet Red’ (Tithonia speciosa) is a bold, heat-loving annual that produces masses of large, daisy-like blooms in brilliant scarlet-red. A true magnet for butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds, this tall and vibrant flower adds fiery color to borders, wildlife gardens, and cutting displays. With its long flowering season and easy care, it thrives in sunny spots and poor soils.

Why Grow Mexican Sunflower ‘Scarlet Red’?

• Striking scarlet-red blooms up to 8 cm across

• Loved by pollinators and beneficial insects

• Tall, branching plants for a dramatic display

• Thrives in heat, sun, and poor soil

Key Features

• Botanical name: Tithonia speciosa

• Type: Half-hardy annual

• Height: 120–150 cm

• Spread: 60–75 cm

• Flowering: July–October

Ideal For

• Cottage and wildlife gardens

• Pollinator-friendly plantings

• Tall borders and backdrops

• Cut flower arrangements

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: March–April, 0.5 cm deep in trays or pots

• Transplant outdoors after frost, spacing 40–50 cm apart

• Sow outdoors: May, directly where they are to grow

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

Coneflower 'Orange Fudge' Seeds (Rudbeckia hirta)

Bring warm, glowing color to your garden with Coneflower 'Orange Fudge'. This striking Rudbeckia variety produces rich orange petals with a warm golden touch and dark contrasting centers. Long-flowering and easy to grow, they add bold charm to borders, wildlife gardens, and cut flower arrangements.

What Makes It Special

• Unique orange blooms with dark centers

• Long-lasting flowers from summer to autumn

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and pollinators

Key Features

• Botanical name: Rudbeckia hirta

• Hardy annual / short-lived perennial

• Height: 50–60 cm

• Blooming period: July–October

• Drought-tolerant and low maintenance

Ideal For

• Cottage and wildlife gardens

• Borders and mixed beds

• Summer cut flower bouquets

Sowing

• Sow indoors from February–April or outdoors from May

• Lightly cover seeds and keep moist (germination: 14–21 days at 18–22°C)

• Transplant seedlings after frost into sunny, well-drained soil

• Flowers in the first season

Black Hollyhock – Seeds (Althaea rosea nigra)

Black Hollyhock (Althaea rosea nigra) is a striking biennial producing tall spikes of deep, dark purple to almost black double blooms. Its dramatic flowers create a bold focal point in borders, cottage gardens, and pollinator-friendly areas. Easy to grow and long-lasting, this variety attracts bees and butterflies while adding elegance and vertical interest to any garden.

Why Grow "Black Hollyhock"

• Tall spikes of deep purple to nearly black flowers

• Dramatic focal point for borders and cottage gardens

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

• Hardy biennial with long-lasting blooms

Key Features

• Type: Biennial (Althaea rosea nigra)

• Height: 1.8–2.0 m

• Flowering: Second year after sowing

• Position: Full sun

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

Ideal For

• Creating vertical interest and dramatic color in borders

• Cottage and mixed garden designs

• Pollinator-friendly planting

• Gardeners seeking bold, elegant biennial flowers

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: January–March

• Sow outdoors: Directly in soil April–May

• Germination: 14–21 days

• Plant out after last frost, spacing 45–60 cm apart

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

Sweet Pea ‘Watermelon’ (Pink) – Seeds

(Lathyrus odoratus elegance) – Annual Climber

The Sweet Pea ‘Watermelon’ is a stunning variety with bright pink blooms that resemble the refreshing tones of watermelon. Beloved for their fragrance and elegant form, these long-stemmed flowers are perfect for cutting gardens, trellises, and cottage borders. A vigorous climber, it brings height, charm, and color all summer long.

Key Features

• Type: Annual climbing vine

• Height: 180–200 cm

• Blooming period: June–September

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Rich, well-drained soil

Ideal For

• Trellises, arches, and fences

• Cottage and cutting gardens

• Fragrant summer bouquets

• Attracting pollinators

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April, in pots at 15–18°C

• Sow outdoors: April–May, directly after frost

• Sowing depth: 2–3 cm

• Spacing: 20 cm apart

• Care: Provide support; water regularly; pick flowers frequently to encourage continuous blooms

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.