Drought Tolerant Seeds

💜 Lavandula angustifolia True Lavender / English Lavender – Classic Aromatic Perennial with Fragrant Purple Spikes

Lavandula angustifolia, commonly known as true lavender or English lavender, is the classic lavender species prized for its highly fragrant flowers, refined essential oils, and elegant silvery-green foliage. This hardy perennial produces dense spikes of soft purple to violet-blue blooms in summer, attracting bees and pollinators while adding timeless Mediterranean charm to gardens. Ideal for borders, gravel gardens, herb beds, containers, and hedging, it is also perfect for drying, sachets, oils, and culinary use.

Key Features

● True English lavender with exceptional fragrance

● Purple flower spikes rich in essential oils

● Hardy perennial suitable for UK climates

● Excellent for borders, pots, hedging and gravel gardens

● Ideal for drying, sachets, oils and culinary use

How to Sow & Grow Lavandula angustifolia (UK)

Sow indoors: II–IV (February–April) in trays or pots

Transplant outdoors: V–VI (May–June) once plants are established and frost risk has passed

Direct outdoors: IV–V (April–May)

Flowering: VI–VIII (June–August)

Life cycle: Perennial

Germination temperature: 15–20 °C (59–68 °F)

Average germ time: 14–28 days

Depth: Surface sow — do not cover, but press gently into the soil (requires light to germinate)

Light required: Yes

Moisture: Low to moderate; drought tolerant once established

Environment: Full sun

Soil type: Light, well-drained, sandy or gritty soil; dislikes heavy, wet soils

Plant spacing: 30–40 cm (12–16 in)

Height: 40–60 cm (16–24 in)

Sowing & Growing Tips (variety-specific)

● Excellent drainage is essential for long-term success.

● Avoid rich or wet soils to prevent root rot.

● Prune lightly after flowering to maintain compact shape.

● Harvest flowers just as they open for maximum fragrance.

● Perfect for low-maintenance and drought-tolerant gardens.

Special Features

● True lavender species with superior fragrance

● Highly attractive to bees and pollinators

● Classic choice for traditional and Mediterranean gardens

Dwarf Cosmos Early 'Vega' Mix – Seeds (Cosmos bipinnatus)

The Dwarf Cosmos Early 'Vega' Mix is a compact, early-flowering variety of cosmos that produces masses of cheerful, daisy-like blooms in shades of white, pink, and carmine-red. Unlike tall cosmos, 'Vega' grows into neat, bushy plants that stay compact, making it ideal for borders, bedding, patio pots, and containers. This easy-to-grow annual flowers quickly and blooms continuously throughout the summer.

Highlights

• Dwarf and bushy growth, perfect for smaller spaces

• Large, bright daisy-like blooms in mixed shades

• Early-flowering variety for a longer display

• Low-maintenance and drought-tolerant once established

Key Features

• Botanical Name: Cosmos bipinnatus

• Variety: Dwarf Early 'Vega' Mix

• Seed Count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 25–40 cm tall, 20–30 cm spread

• Position: Full sun, well-drained soil

• Flowering Period: June–October

Perfect For

• Patio pots and containers

• Bedding and borders

• Compact cottage garden displays

• Long-lasting cut flowers

Sowing Instructions

• Sow indoors March–April at 18–21°C

• Cover seeds lightly with compost or vermiculite

• Germination: 7–10 days

• Transplant outdoors after frost risk has passed, spacing 20–25 cm apart

• Can also be sown directly outdoors April–May

Dwarf Cosmos 'Carpet' Mix – Seeds

(Cosmos sulphureus semidouble)

Dwarf Cosmos 'Carpet' Mix produces compact, bushy plants covered in a dazzling blend of orange, yellow, and red semi-double blooms. Unlike taller cosmos varieties, this dwarf mix stays low, creating a brilliant “carpet” of color perfect for borders, bedding, or pots. Easy to grow and tolerant of poor soil, heat, and drought, it flowers all summer long.

Key Features

• Type: Half-hardy annual

• Height: 25–40 cm

• Spread: 25–30 cm

• Flowering: June–October

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Light, well-drained

Ideal For

• Bedding displays & borders

• Pots and containers

• Edging paths

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: March–April, germinate at 18–22°C

• Sow outdoors: April–May after frost

• Transplant or thin to 25–30 cm spacing

• Deadhead regularly to extend blooming

Blanket Flower ‘Burgundy’ Seeds (Gaillardia aristata)

Bring vibrant late-summer color to your garden with Blanket Flower ‘Burgundy’ (Gaillardia aristata). This hardy perennial produces striking burgundy-red daisy-like blooms with golden tips, perfect for borders, beds, and pollinator-friendly gardens. Easy to grow and long-flowering, it attracts bees and butterflies while adding a cheerful, naturalized look to your landscape.

How to Grow

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

• Use well-drained soil in full sun.

• Scatter seeds thinly and cover lightly with soil.

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

• Thin seedlings to 25–30 cm apart once established.

• Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming.

Key Features

• Striking burgundy-red blooms with golden tips

• Hardy perennial, long-flowering and easy to grow

• Ideal for borders, beds, and naturalized plantings

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

• Adds vibrant late-summer color to garden landscapes

Ideal For

• Flower borders and cottage gardens

• Pollinator-friendly garden beds

• Naturalized and wildflower-style plantings

• Cutting gardens for fresh bouquets

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 extended flowering, sow in drifts or clusters and remove spent blooms regularly.

Swan River Daisy Mixed – Clouds of Colorful, Dainty Blooms

Swan River Daisy Mixed produces masses of small, daisy-like flowers in shades of purple, blue, pink, and white over fine, feathery foliage. Native to Australia, this easy-to-grow annual brings a soft, airy texture and vibrant color to garden beds, borders, and hanging baskets. A prolific bloomer from summer to autumn, it thrives in sunny spots and is perfect for low-maintenance displays.

What Makes It Special

• Abundant, delicate blooms in a rainbow of pastel shades

• Adds a light, airy look to gardens and containers

• Long flowering season with minimal care

• Tolerates heat and dry conditions once established

• Attracts pollinators

Key Features

• Height: 20–30 cm – compact, spreading habit

• Excellent for ground cover or edging

• Hardy annual – fast to flower from seed

• Drought-tolerant and easy to grow

• Perfect for mass planting

Ideal For

• Borders, edging, and pathways

• Hanging baskets and window boxes

• Cottage and wildflower gardens

• Low-maintenance summer displays

Sowing

• Sow indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost or direct sow after frost danger has passed

• Lightly press seeds into soil; do not cover deeply

• Germination: 7–14 days at 18–21°C

• Space plants 15–20 cm apart

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

Fleabane Daisy ‘Pink Jewel’ – Seeds (Erigeron speciosus)

Fleabane Daisy ‘Pink Jewel’ (Erigeron speciosus) is a hardy perennial producing masses of cheerful daisy-like blooms in shades of rosy-pink with golden centers. Flowering from early summer into autumn, this variety brings long-lasting color and a natural charm to borders, cottage gardens, and wildlife areas. Easy to grow and drought-tolerant once established, it is a reliable choice for low-maintenance gardens. Its nectar-rich flowers are highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and other pollinators.

Why Grow "Pink Jewel"

• Masses of rosy-pink daisy-like flowers with golden centers

• Long flowering season from summer to autumn

• Hardy, drought-tolerant, and low-maintenance

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and pollinators

Key Features

• Type: Perennial (Erigeron speciosus)

• Height: 40–60 cm

• Flowering: Early summer to autumn

• Position: Full sun or partial shade

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

Ideal For

• Adding pink color to borders and beds

• Naturalistic and cottage-style planting

• Wildlife-friendly and pollinator gardens

• Low-maintenance perennial displays

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April in trays or pots

• Germination: 14–21 days at 18–22°C

• Transplant outdoors after frost danger has passed

• Space seedlings: 30 cm apart

• Prefers well-drained soil in full sun or light shade

Livingstone Daisy Mixed – Seeds (Dorotheanthus bellidiformis)

The Livingstone Daisy Mixed is a dazzling carpet-forming annual that produces masses of daisy-like blooms in vibrant shades of pink, red, orange, yellow, and white. The flowers open wide in full sunlight, creating a striking display over their low-growing, succulent foliage. Perfect for hot, dry, sunny spots, this cheerful mix brightens up any summer garden with its jewel-like colors.

What Makes It Special

• Brilliant mix of jewel-toned daisy flowers

• Thrives in poor, dry soils and full sun

• Excellent ground cover for summer displays

• Compact, trailing habit ideal for edging and containers

Key Features

• Botanical name: Dorotheanthus bellidiformis

• Common name: Livingstone Daisy / Ice Plant

• Variety: Mixed colors

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 10–15 cm tall, spreading up to 20 cm

• Position: Full sun; well-drained soil

• Flowering period: Summer (June–September)

Ideal For

• Bedding and edging

• Rockeries and gravel gardens

• Containers and window boxes

• Drought-tolerant displays in sunny spots

Sowing Instructions

1. When to sow: February–April indoors, or May outdoors after frost

2. How to sow:

   • Sow seeds on the surface of fine, moist compost; do not cover (light aids germination)

   • Keep at 18–20°C; germination in 10–21 days

3. After germination:

   • Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle

   • Harden off and plant outdoors 10–15 cm apart in sunny, free-draining soil

Drumstick Flower 'Billy Button' – 300 Seeds (Craspedia globosa)

Brighten your garden with the iconic Billy Button, known for its cheerful, round, golden-yellow flower heads on tall, slender stems. Perfect for borders, bouquets, and long-lasting dried arrangements, this hardy perennial adds a whimsical touch to any garden or floral display.

What Makes It Special

• Iconic globe-shaped, bright yellow blooms

• Long-lasting in fresh bouquets or dried arrangements

• Hardy, low-maintenance, and drought-tolerant

• Adds vertical interest with tall stems

Key Features

• Height: 60–90 cm

• Full sun loving, prefers well-drained soil

• Flowers June–September

• Excellent for cutting and drying

Ideal For

• Borders and cottage-style gardens

• Fresh and dried floral arrangements

• Pollinator-friendly planting

• Low-maintenance sunny gardens

Sowing

• Sow indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost or directly outdoors after danger of frost

• Cover lightly with soil, keep moist

• Germination: 10–20 days

• Thin seedlings to 20–30 cm apart for strong growth

Creeping Thyme Seeds (Thymus serpyllum)

A fragrant and low-growing perennial, Creeping Thyme forms a dense mat of tiny evergreen leaves topped with clusters of purple-pink blooms in summer. Hardy and drought-tolerant, it’s ideal as ground cover, for filling gaps between paving stones, or spilling over rock walls. Highly attractive to bees and pollinators, it’s both ornamental and practical.

What Makes It Special

• Fragrant foliage and carpets of summer blooms

• Hardy, drought-tolerant, and evergreen ground cover

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and pollinators

Key Features

• Botanical name: Thymus serpyllum

• Hardy perennial, evergreen

• Height: 5–10 cm (2–4 in)

• Bloom time: Summer

Ideal For

• Ground cover and edging

• Rock gardens and between paving stones

• Pollinator-friendly landscapes and herb gardens

Sowing

• Sow indoors Feb–Apr or outdoors Apr–Jun

• Surface sow; press seeds gently, do not cover deeply

• Keep moist until germination (14–28 days at 15–20°C)

• Thin seedlings 15–20 cm apart

• Flowers the second year after sowing